Check out the local shops in Red Bank NJ. Featuring Witch Baby Soaps and The Artisan Collective. These last minute holiday snags are unique, tasty and unforgettable (You may have to buy more though). Great for the last minute Mandy’s who like snag gifts online in mid-December. Jasmine Farrell
Read MoreA micro review of the little mermaid at the walnut street theater. The eels were everything!
Read MoreCheck out my top 3 favorite poetry collections of 2021. All indie authors with passionate pens and unforgettable lines. Support them and review their books!
Read MoreYes, the job openings have increased, but the actual hirings are low. The wages are low #af OR, the wages are high with a dash of unhealthy work environment and a sprinkle of unsafe work conditions. Panoramic wages and chill, I guess. Just a lil’ rant from a freelancing lady who temps.
Read MoreThose of us who de-converted from christianity have heard the saying, “You only left because of people. You shouldn’t leave just because of a few apples.”. However, is that always our story? Why is that the assumption?
Read MoreIn 2018, the shame lifted, and I was ready to celebrate and join my community. I slowly came out to my loved ones and planned on attending NYC’s Annual Pride. The initial group of friends I planned on attending with bailed. So, I went with a college friend who had a similar journey to mine. I had a blast. My heart was soaring.
Read MoreThe poetic devices I use often!
Read MoreThere is no specific outline or box to define the black voice in writing. All of our narratives are essential to reach wherever we are in life. It’s all one collective that’s absolutely beautiful if you step back and browse through all of our stories. There is an imprint within the black voice in the literature that continues to subtly mark stories as low art or high art and it does no one any good. If you are a writer, experiment with the various black authors before you, and then write your story your way. Unapologetically write your story, as it is recognizing this: Once you wake up black and you write your story—that is the black voice.
Read MoreFellow Phoenix, here’s a few tips.
Read MoreHowever, to be everything else but yourself to achieve success, peace and happiness is a lie.
Being a robot will get you, but so far. You may obtain some material wealth and a few flunkies (users too)…Yes.
But is it worth compromising your purpose and story of your soul?
Read MoreMy gut whispered that everything would be okay. My gut was saying one thing while my surroundings said another. 5 months later and you know what: Everything is okay. It isn’t perfect. Bonafide shit storm. We’re still in a pandemic.
BUT.
Damnit, I am here. And there are a few things that I am thankful for during this quarantine and pandemic.
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