Trauma isn’t always easy to get over. People handle things in different way, so when you tell someone “You need to let that go,” think about how long they fought through it while it has happening, or still being in the area it happened in. You can’t say you understand, because you’re not that person.... Continue Reading →
Children have always held a special place in my heart, no matter what. They can do things wrong, but everything is for a reason. I can remember feeling not understood as a child, and that's one of the main things I care about so much within today's generation. Yes, I would like these children to... Continue Reading →
Daily writing promptWhat's your favorite word?View all responses A lot of people stand on negativity when they believe they are incapable of doing something. They tend to use the words “I can’t,” manifesting that whatever it is they are trying to do will not get done. If you constantly say you can’t do something, you... Continue Reading →
Daily writing promptWho would you like to talk to soon?View all responses If heaven had a phone, there would be multiple calls I’d need to make. But heaven couldn’t wait for my grandfather any longer. Our time to pass is never promised, it could be tonight, it could be tomorrow, and then we sit and... Continue Reading →
Graduating is a different type of thing. It's not just an accomplishment, it's a mission. It's a mission accomplished for me. You see there are people who depend on my story to keep pushing, and i’m not saying it’s a heavy weight on my shoulders, I love the fact that people believe in me, that... Continue Reading →
What does it mean to be a kid at heart? I guess this prompt was specifically for me, knowing I love children. Being a kid at heart means still having the tendency to be a kid, do kid things such as crafts and things you may have wanted to do, but still maintain that adult... Continue Reading →
Hi guys, I’m back with a DOPE chat about last weekend’s adventure. On the day of October 8th, 2023, Smrtgrlz was a vendor at the Randolph Country Fair in New Jersey. Due to rain, and rescheduling, I finally was able to let my joy out by being in attendance, and a helping hand. My, how... Continue Reading →
What's the best piece of advice you've ever received? The best advice anyone can receive is to simply mind their business. When you focus on your own needs and wants, life treats you differently. It’s not called being “stingy”, it’s called giving yourself time to make sure you are prepared in all aspects. What can... Continue Reading →
What would your life be like without music? Cleaning is easier when Jersey Club is playing. It doesn’t matter if the song is directional, or just a song that rocks your hips automatically, but I’m going to get my house cleaned a lot quicker than doing it with another style of music. As a female,... Continue Reading →
Daily writing promptWhat makes a teacher great?View all responses I love this question! You see I've always had an attraction to kids, children see and notice everything. You think they don't know what you're doing because you've placed technology in their face, while you're doing whatever, and then wonder why your child is acting out.... Continue Reading →
Supporting black businesses has become a huge movement, as long as you put in the dedication and effort needed, it'll eventually get to where you would like for it to be. See the problem with us as people in general, we're lazy. We expect things to happen right then and there when real success takes... Continue Reading →
As humans, we have the toughest pride. We hate to hear the “truth”. This is what we may not necessarily agree with, but because it’s said, you start to believe it yourself. If you’re one who can take great constructive criticism, it goes well. If not, you’ll end up saying and doing things you’ll regret.... Continue Reading →
At your youngest is when a Father should be a daughter's first love, and some say a Mother should be a son's first love. Either way you look at it, you need both of your parents. Growing up children pay attention to a lot, who is there and who isn't, the times people are there,... Continue Reading →
Altariq Nelson is always doing what he can for his community whether it be with others or by himself. " It's the kids community and they need it now!" From getting a job, to selling cupcakes, he's willing to do whatever it takes. With the help of Tish Owens who helped bake the cakes, and... Continue Reading →
As I continue to watch the growth of this young man and his team, I am deeply impressed by the progression of who and what they've became. Altariq has done meetings with the mayor of Plainfield, got a job on his own, and started a donation fund not for him but for his team. It... Continue Reading →
The love, dedication, and ambition for JHBD (JoAnn Hollis Black Diamonds), if you ain't know has gone nuts. All it takes is a little recognition, and a little belief. I believe in Altariq Nelson just as well as the rest of Plainfield does, but Tish Owens is doing her thang. First Altariq gets a job,... Continue Reading →
Altariq Brown has fought so hard for the changes him and his community deserves. From meetings with the mayor, to protesting, to getting jobs to raise money for the team. See ya'll thought this was a one year thing, NOPE! These children want their community back and it is well deserved. I support 100 percent... Continue Reading →
You see Altariq Nelson is not all about himself. As I said he believes in the positivity for and of everyone. He's been stressing himself out with ways to not only get his team back and make it better, but for others to understand that we all share this world. Parents complain of how "fast"... Continue Reading →
Believing in something and standing for it is absolutely amazing. It's an amazing feeling, amazing experience due to the fact that you come in touch with others trying to do the same, and then from there, the bond is incredible. Bringing Back JHBD, Altariq Nelson don't care what it takes to do so,... Continue Reading →
Just cause you see them together, don't mean they lovin'. Mind your business. Today's generation would be a lot more better if people just minded their business. What is the need to come at someone over the type of clothing they wear? You don't know where they came from, you wasn't always rich was you?... Continue Reading →
It's a lot going on in Today's world, you hear and see it through expressions of pictures, videos, and music. Nobody ever understands why YOU act the way you do because they haven't walked in your shoes, it's just a comparison most of the time. When things get tough, you'd be surprised at who cares.... Continue Reading →
You know, everybody isn't the same. Every situation isn't the same. If you don't learn to appreciate the surroundings around you, you will find yourself at a stage in life you might not want to be in. Life gives twists and turns, people and opportunities and it's up to you to use them. How you... Continue Reading →
Ladies, don't you ever feel the need to just get cute for ya man one day? It's sad to say but just because you got him don't mean he might not look the other way. Self-esteem is important, ESPECIALLY in a relationship, and that self-esteem comes from YOU. I'm not saying you're ugly, we are... Continue Reading →
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