That Time I didn’t give up.
I was in crisis feeling lifeless, but that didn’t mean that I loved life less. I just know I had to pass life’s test.
I had more blessings to go in my cup.
I had so much love.
Which is why I’m grateful for that time that I didn’t give up.
That time I didn’t give up.
Let me count the ways.
I gotta give God Praise.
I cherish my life that can’t be erased.
Remember you are strong and you are more than enough.
This life is so crazy rough.
Which is why I’m grateful for that time I didn’t give up.

If you had asked me as a kid
What do you want to do or be?
Back then I knew that my answer
Was that, I just want to be me

I was so crafty with my hands
And I just had a way with words
But in a world that wants success
I felt my art was for the birds

Though, I wondered who would listen
For creatives have to lobby
To convince themselves and others
That it’s more than just a hobby

So out of fear, I shifted gears
To a career that was accepted
Because the work I truly loved
Was so heavily rejected

When you say that you’re an artist
People draw their own conclusion
That you need to find a “real” job
And live not in disillusion

But my heart could not continue
To live a life that was adrift
I knew that I had a purpose
And there was money in my gift

Against the odds, I wrote and drew
Some poems and pictures far and wide
And I knew no one could stop me
Nor the power I have inside

Today I have proudly written
Over three hundred lovely poems
And my art can be found thriving
On the walls of serval homes

Don’t let the world tell you your worth
To have you living in a box
You hold the key to your success
Go break the chains and change the locks

If you asked me that same question
I would not sway or hesitate
I know who I’m destined to be
You see, I was born to create

Dear me,
Yes you,
You are a capable woman. Strong, intelligent, and resilient is your name. You put fires out that are aimlessly burning, and in the same breath have the ability to ignite the most powerful flames.
You are a capable woman. A dog mom, a cheerful wife, and a spiritual pillar to many. You work hard in everything you do even when it’s not ideal.
You are a capable woman. Allow yourself the time you need – to heal, to laugh, to cry, and to sigh. Life will always be busy, but you deserve some rest. Remember, you are capable but you are also human.

Oh, capable woman. Please dive into yourself. Make your 30s your best. Let go of the void and shake off the excess stress. Who are we mentally, physically, emotionally & spiritually? Let’s find that out. Can we buy out the time to do what we love? Can we live by our rules?

My dear capable woman. This time is yours to spend. Follow your heart and find peace within. Build up yourself the way you desire to be. I believe you can do it. I believe in me.

Love always,

An aspiring capable woman

Endless Smiles
Heart unbroken
Life looking up for you
Looking at the girl of your dreams
Doing what you love
Writing more
It’s your passion
Spread your voice
Let them hear you
It’s okay
Don’t be scared anymore
To let it show how talented you are
Express
I’m sure it’ll have them impressed
But again you’re not doing it for them
You write for you
It brings such joy
Puts an instant smile on your face
Lets Embrace
No more hiding in the shadows
This is our year to show who we really are
Not what others want to believe
Protect your peace
Go with the flow
Let it be
We are truly smiling again