How intertwined, how seperate…. One of the most common phrases I've heard is "You are your brand" and I agree, but there's also an element of anonymity and privacy that I want. So far, on social media I have intentionally tried to keep my business page separate to me personally as it’s intended to be … Continue reading DSY & DSY’s
Small pause, big gratitude.
I woke up this morning, took and deep breath out, and shed a few tears… A short moment of gratitude and to tell myself how proud I am of me. Something I don’t do often at all. It’s not either of the children’s first day at school today however it is the first day of … Continue reading Small pause, big gratitude.
Mental health/illness and the Black community.
So.. I have just spent the last few hours writing a personal statement for a job application (Something I feel I'm actually getting better at) to find that I missed the deadline by an hour. 😦 I was impressed with some of what I wrote though - not often, lol - so thought I'd share … Continue reading Mental health/illness and the Black community.
Hey, mama.
I wrote this some time ago, as usual, like many of my other pieces - I was unable to post at the time. The last few weeks have been a lot. A whole contrast of feeling overwhelmed and constantly tired, to super proud of myself and how I have managed. Speaking to professionals, meeting new … Continue reading Hey, mama.
Ms DSY
I'm shy until I'm not.I give until I can't anymore.I will trust you until you give me a reason not to. I cry when I'm happyI cry when I'm sadI cry when I'm angryI cry when I winI cry when I'm overwhelmedI cry, I cry, I cry. Right now I'm cryingI cry about the memoriesI … Continue reading Ms DSY
I love the black man.
I love the black manLOUDLY,UNAPOLOGETICALLY.I love the black man,Admire and adore him.To love him, is to know himTo see him, for more than he is showing.To show him, I appreciate his coming and his going.To acknowledge what he's been through,To support what he grows through.To highlight and hold the light onWhat tha brother be glowing … Continue reading I love the black man.
Chapter Narj. (Exerpt)
In the midst of grieving, you were my ray of sunshine. Then in the midst of that you said you wanted to be mines.I was so sad, I felt like a fish out of water, I felt I couldn't make a decision right then.Although I was scared, I made those decisions for you.I didn't want … Continue reading Chapter Narj. (Exerpt)
Him ❤ (excerpt)
Tall, dark and his body stands strong.He has a serious disposition,Not smiling much at all,But when he does he lights up the room,It brings out his eyes, as they glisten and shines.He looks over at me, I thank God that he's mines.Him ❤
The lonlier road, may be the only road.
I wrote this summer of last year, I clearly wasnt ready to post it, but I just came across it again. #stillrelevant decided to skim read and not edit... The more I get involved in the things I love and am passionate about. The more I try to build myself, my brand and my business, … Continue reading The lonlier road, may be the only road.
Ash turns 13 💖
I want to take a moment to talk about this little girl. She is literally the making of me. The journey from conception to present day, not one moment I can describe as easy. When the creator blessed me with her, it was a signal that it was time for me to grow in ways … Continue reading Ash turns 13 💖