To Toni Morrison,

A tribute to a whirlwind of a woman whose gift has changed lives forever

Another Poem about Unsuccessful “Love”

This is a poem I wrote during a very difficult breakup. For years I haven’t shared it out of respect for the other person involved. I’m sharing it today because a healthy amount of time has finally passed.

Unrequited Love and Such

I found a note in my phone from January 14, 2016. I don't quite remember what situation I was writing about but I still resonate with the words of my 19 year-old self. I hope these words speak to you the way they spoke to me today.

Where the Dreams of Brown Girls Go to Die

I was listening to some of the latest songs when time stopped. I was no longer as strong and fearless...I was transported back to a time when I didn’t believe I was enough. This post is for every brown girl who has ever been haunted by demeaning lyrics.

If I Could Fly

If I Could Fly: Steps to Self-Realization

To the Poets who Came before Me

Last Sunday I went to a poetry show featuring four amazing poets.The experience was completely amazing and I am forever grateful for it. This Free-Thinking Friday I am sharing my experience as well as an open letter to all the poets who came before me.

Roses Reincarnated

A poem by Courtney Peppernell inspired me to rewrite a poem I wrote about love in 2014. It's beautiful to witness my own personal growth and redefining of the word "love". Spoiler Alert: If you are withering, my dear, it is not love.

Being Present

Allow yourself to be present and to be purposeful and to be aware and to experience success and failure with an open heart and an open mind.

The Only Words I Have

Happy Free-Thinking Friday everyone! Fridays always meet me with deep gratitude and intense exhaustion, especially when my week was full and busy. What are you feeling today? I hope my experience resonates with you.