Favorite Quotes

“If growing up is painful for the Southern Black girl, being aware of her displacement is the rust on the razor that threatens the throat. It is an unnecessary insult.”

"Be the change you wish to see in the world."

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”

"...I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you; we are in charge of our attitudes."

“There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty.”

“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.”

Monday, April 3, 2017

Nights

The solution to every problem
won't suddenly appear tonight;
the world isn't anchored by
the consciousness of your mind.
You need the rest;
your rejuvenation demands quiet.
Try to settle yourself;
unwind however you desire.
Growing tired is human,
not a sign of weakness,
so close your eyes, darling,
finally let go of sleepless...

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