Tag: burden

• January 9, 2026

  At Long Last

  To finally walk in the light of a new dawn. To move to the beat of a new song that ushers my heart to sway. The sound of doves speak to the birth of awakened hope. We will never forget the road that took us here. The journey has made us strong. Our time to…
• January 24, 2024

  Embarrassing Journal Post: Get Your Eagle On

  I been a dark skin sista all my life. Whether in a afro, locks, relaxed or tightly bound braids. I have spent my days as a black woman through and through. During my youth, I spent many days and nights feeling as though my blackness never matched up to societal norms. Growing up I wasn’t…
• September 21, 2022

  Love in a Place Full of Liars

  Baby you have no name. But I know you’re the kettle to my flame. Sitting ring side when I fight. Cheering me on when I’m at my wits end. Serving as my confidant and best friend. You show me what it means to love someone. Even if I can’t comprehend love for myself. I trust…
• June 21, 2022

  Difficult Situations

  Sometimes you have to figure out difficult situations fast. Pick up the pieces, laugh at the irony and keep trucking along. As you build your faith, the yoke becomes light and the burden is easy. So let the creases in the corners of your mouth perk up. Because a genuine smile is better than sunshine…
• February 12, 2022

  Being Called A Loser

  I look for the bright side. I think we all do! We search for the road to understanding knowing that the words necessary may elude us at times. But we try and try and try again. Knowing that each failure brings us closer to winning. The world may see your mistakes and call you a…
• September 4, 2021

  Redemption

  Redemption I wish I could tell you the truth Without shame or judgement Without pointed words attacking me Like daggers cutting through bruised flesh This is the only place I can go I have been rejected from the rest I am the black sheep And the shepherd’s burden It’s nearly impossible to offend me Because…