Just because we are near the same age, doesn't mean we all have the same mindset. See, I'm always looking for positivity and supporting it because I believe in supporting one another as Ish said this morning. I was wondering why I was able to vibe with him so much based off his sayings on... Continue Reading →
Busy mornings, appointments, rides, and blogs each morning, sleep barely hears from me anymore. My last deep and well rested sleep was most likely during the womb. LOL, I'm always on time for everything, but if it's in the morning, I "Gotta have my Dunkin'." Extra large, Light N' Sweet each morning and then the... Continue Reading →
Christmas is near and everyone I've come across is spreading such great holiday cheer. People are helping others get warm, people are being given hot meals, and best of all, the option of FREE HIV TESTING with The Iris House. Come on down to 630 East Front st, Plainfield, NJ, and get tested FOR FREE... 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 →
It's great to know that you are not the only form of positivity around. Blessed with my mindset and maturity, I came in contact with one of the best motivational speakers himself, Kevin E. Taylor via Instagram. Something I posted where he actually commented with positivity, and I responded with the idea of working with... Continue Reading →
It's no better feeling than when family comes together, and it shouldn't take just holidays to do so. Tis' the season to be jolly! Means Santa is coming into town and maybe there was a cousin's stocking your forgot to fill that you didn't even know, because you didn't know he or she was your... Continue Reading →
You know, people often ask how I remain so positive even when a negative response is given, which is rare. I feel like people don't see the good upon things. It's always good to spread positivity. It gives people an energizer, a boost. Prime example, a homeless man is standing on the corner begging for... Continue Reading →
Y'all all know who that is and what's about to go down when hearing that through the mic or speaker. Everything is about to get lit so, excuse me as I turn my headphones UP. I love "DJ Lilman" A.K.A "Mr. New Jersey's" influence on the community because not only is he doing it for... Continue Reading →
Sometimes people need to hear that they are loved and that they provide some form of happiness to someone. It's a form of reassurance, allowing one to feel they have purpose on this earth. Therefor, my gift to others is to assure they know that, and my gift to the world is you get to... Continue Reading →
I always stress the fact that if you are working on something that has an impact on the world and yourself, keep pushing. Watching Kevin Hart the other day on The Breakfast Club with Charlamagnethegod, Angela Yee, and Dj Envy, although it was old, I loved the way he produced his words. He kept it... Continue Reading →
Loved all over, by many, especially in Newark, NJ, Driicky Graham is back with a BANGER. Ya'll think ya'll felt Snapbacks and Tattoos because that's what we all had going on, but "Frienemy" is something different. In my opinion, Driicky came back harder with this one. Appearing in music videos at the age of 3,... Continue Reading →
Ain't nothing wrong with a little 2muchsuace, especially when it's on your wings. Located off of Randolph road in Plainfield, Nj, across from the old Muhlenberg Hospital, I (Literaturebyjessc), stopped by to grab favorite Honey bbq wings. Man the whole truck is family, so open, welcoming, and honest. I remember when this truck first came... Continue Reading →
You can not tell someone, or shall I say force them rather, on who and what to believe in. But we can all believe we came from something and someone. Now there are times where I hear people complain when someone is speaking religiously not believing that things don't happen through God. In my opinion,... Continue Reading →
Daily morning trips to the store and Coffee, gotta have my coffee each morning! I crossed the highway at the right time, but apparently it was the wrong time. A car lost control of the wheel and spun around towards traffic instead of going along with it. Still astonished, I sat until I heard a... Continue Reading →
So y'all know Marv, the one who sings one of my favorite parts in her song "No Feelingz" right? "No we ain't together, mind ya business, we just chillin'". We'll she's back with another one, which might be even better. I had the blessing of being in the studio with Marv, and pushing her forward... Continue Reading →
This world is known for stereotyping males to rap, and females to sing, but who says females can't rap too? Any time Haji put something in my ears, you KNOW I'm listening. This time she put Swavvy Dom in my ears and OHMYGOD, at the time I was listening to her music, I felt as... Continue Reading →
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, faster than you think in fact. As always, The Iris House have always put together something in regards to the holiday or each month. Starting November 5th, come on down to The Iris House located at 630 East Front St in Plainfield, NJ for free HIV testing. In doing so,... Continue Reading →
Now you can't force anybody to like a certain type of music. but you can school them a bit on where our music came from. You see, a lot of today's beats and even some of the rhymes are either taken from or mixed from some of our oldies music. The mixes in Today's music... Continue Reading →
In recognition of the late Joanne Hollis, Altariq came up with a dance group " Joanne Hollis Black Diamonds." A great group of talent, not just dancing, but flexibility, rapping. Such a positive group to keep our kids in, out of trouble and doing something productive, besides school. We fail to remember, there are kids... Continue Reading →
Women are one of the most powerful Human Beings on Earth. The ability to reproduce and create another soul is absolutely amazing. With that being said, a Woman's body is a blessing because of its beauty and qualities. Happy Breast Cancer Awareness Month Ladies! It's always great to keep up with your body physically and... Continue Reading →
After a long week of positivity, events, and haircuts, I was finally able to show you what's been going on in the process of me getting ready. Out of respect for the events and things that I associate myself with, I do not video some things. This week I got my haircut by Chinstar, and... Continue Reading →
It's the hands you feed that do it the most. People will really steal your stuff and help you look for it. People will steal your joy and help you look for it. I've witnessed someone's things come up missing and seen the person who seen it actually go crazy helping the person who lost... Continue Reading →
From the beginning of meeting the staff of Plainfield's Iris House, I fell in love. They were so open and welcoming as a team. In noticing that they are in more than one location at any needed time, I found that completely amazing, aside from the FREE HIV/AIDS testing and condoms. So welcoming, I had... Continue Reading →
Something came across my Instagram Dm's that I thought was a spam until I received a different response. "Bubsy Millions (Instagram)- Ft Jahlee - Depression," (click link to view on Spotify), an awesome song!! Describing depression from different aspects and causes, I fell in love with the video because it was descriptive enough to make... Continue Reading →
When I first met "2muchsauce Food Truck" I was "Storiesbyjess," now I'm "Literaturebyjessc" and they got a whole nother truck. I'm tryna be like them! Dedication is important, and boy have they shown it via work, Instagram, events, etc. I'm very glad to have the opportunity of watching this food truck progress. You've got people... Continue Reading →
Everysince I've known Glenn, he was always the push harder type, literally. I mean add more weights, I mean run faster, I mean working out the whole body push harder type. There was never a time when you didn't see him in ANY sport during school, Glenn could tell his own coach the smarter move... Continue Reading →
When I'm out, all I hear is "That cut fit you so well," I didn't know a hair style had to fit everyone. Though I see where people are coming from, beauty is beauty. It comes in all shapes and sizes. I love natural beauty the most because it's who you are, nothing added to... Continue Reading →
Consistency in anything you do is always necessary. You want to get a raise in your job? You must work hard and show that you are capable of receiving such. You want to become famous? You must show you want to get to where ever it is that you are trying to get to. Consistency... Continue Reading →
You know, as I walk through the streets each day and see people walking their dogs, I think to myself of how great animals actually are. We don't pay attention to the fact that dogs, and animals alone are just like us, they have feelings too. Now, the best part about dogs is not only... Continue Reading →
So I needed a hair cut bad as heck one day, and I was on foot at the time, preparing for events back to back. Remember I told ya'll about "Different cuts" back in May? My first time meeting Chinstar was getting my haircut and I was a bit worried because I was in a... Continue Reading →
They say Islanders are the most kind-hearted people. Jamaicans are my favorite tbh. The vibes they bring around one another is so positive, or when they see positivity going the strive to push you forward is absolutely amazing. I'm not Jamaican, but I can tell you that it's not about throwing your body everywhere, and... Continue Reading →
Our deadline is slowly approaching for accepting the donations of hats, scarfs, gloves, etc., and as we reach this deadline, I have a special contribution as well. I will be going live when giving away somethings to make sure my contribution is noticed, to influence others of doing something positive. Our deadline for donations is... Continue Reading →
I forgot how I met this girl, but once we talked business and started showing each other our different mindsets and work, her mindset was amazing. I believe that one of the best ways of showing emotion is through music because you can feel that energy, that emphasis. I recited a poem to Marv ("Mirror"),... Continue Reading →
Each time I meet someone, I always check for ways of connection through how they speak and their actions. I'm always looking at things from a far or shall I say "Peepin'"? Even as friends, and new people I meet, when having any conversation I always ask "What's your zodiac sign?" Now, I was big... 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 →
Back in maybe 2004/2005, there was some event down at Plainfield's City Council where people spoke a story that was to influence us each in their own way, with a boat ride to follow. Now, my memory isn't too clear, but who influenced me myself was Hashim Garrett . I had the pleasure of meeting... Continue Reading →
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