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.”

Thursday, August 30, 2018

Letter to Fear

You, so full of yourself, actually believe that at the end of her journey she will find you. Ego will not allow you to feel threatened by her quest for intrepidity. You are convinced her growth, health, discovery, and truth cannot rival the status quo and you. She is no competition? Look at her. Broken and strong. Fearful and brave. Pained and compassionate. Wounded and fierce. Does pride prevent you from admitting what we both know? You were only able to subdue her after life weakened her, love ravished her, and self-doubt consumed her. Look in her eyes. Does egoentrism steady you when you see her earthshaking determination? It is only a matter of time. You that know. Right? This woman, in revolution, will force you to abdicate her rightful position. She will take her place as King of her kingdom. She will not relinquish her reign again, and there will be no place for you in her. That terrifies you. Doesn't it? She was always worthy, and you will find she is a ferocious opponent.