Have you ever performed on stage or given a speech? Starting my journey as Literaturebyjessc was difficult in the beginning as anything probably would. Nothing comes handed to you easily, “If you want it, you gotta see it with a clear-eyed view,” courtesy of Meek Mill. That’s exactly the motto I live by. I always... Continue Reading →
Daily writing promptWhat’s something most people don’t understand?View all responses Most people don’t understand who I truly am, and why I do the things I do. Sometimes I stick to myself if I feel that it’s more comfortable, and sometimes I can be very outgoing. I’m the lending hand in the back of the crowd... 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 →
It is important for us as women to stick together in many situations, especially with children. It is beneficial for support groups as sometimes parenting can be hard. It’s even harder when Domestic Violence is involved against you and your children. No woman should ever have to experience abuse, nor should a child see or... Continue Reading →
Which aspects do you think makes a person unique? We all walked different paths in the same shoes, different sizes, which means we haven’t all been through the same exact thing. That’s what makes you, you. How you handle the situation and continue to push forward from whatever it is that is blocking your path.... Continue Reading →
How would you improve your community? It takes one person to lead the way. Once people notice that you can do something, they start to shun you for it, and sometimes it’s because they’re not a part of or in the position to do the things that you are doing. Changing a community doesn’t always... 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 →
Christmas is a time of joy, a time to get together as a family and enjoy life and each other as you should every day. It’s a time when people show thanks with gifts, kind words, and loving memories. I cherish moments like this because not everyone has a roof over their head, clothes on... 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 →
Describe one habit that brings you joy. You never know the true meaning of joy, because everyone has a different feeling. Joy doesn’t just come with a smile, joy doesn’t just come with pain, but joy also comes with family. "Everybody wants happiness, nobody wants pain, but you can’t have a rainbow, without a little... Continue Reading →
How do you practice self-care? Self-care doesn’t just come from soap and water to your body, or stepping into church thinking that your past is forgiven. These are things that should be regularly done. Self-care is very important to me, and it starts within myself. Self-care makes me feel important. When I say that, I... Continue Reading →
Daily writing promptWhat are you passionate about?View all responses Having a passion for something means you'll do anything for whatever it is you're passionate about. My passion is writing, explaining my story, and enforcing positivity. To get more in-depth, I'd say I love helping others just based off of the way I put my life... Continue Reading →
I go away for a while, and then I come back, with a lot. I begun to focus on myself, started creating projects, movements, and ways to bring people together. What I noticed is, the more positive you are within yourself, confident, you start to see you for you. You start to see who you... Continue Reading →
As a woman, sometimes we always want this and that, to be spoiled. Do you spoil your man, or fault him for your previous relationships, and faults? Insecurity in a relationship is very common. Ya’ll say ya’ll love one another, but go through phones, call each other “Wya?”. If you gotta do all that, there... Continue Reading →
It sounds very strange that I, the peer advocate for almost everything did not post about epilepsy on November 1st, but I showed it off to the world. I was proud to wear my purple, I was proud to remind epileptic people that it was national epilepsy awareness month. You know why? Because those 27... 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 →
Isn’t it crazy, crazy how life works. It literally does a 360, and if you’ve done right by life; and forgiven yourself with true intentions to be pure, all is well. I sit and I think, certain times I used to cry, hysterically, about things that I had no control over. I wanted life to... Continue Reading →
Overstepping your boundaries can cause a lot of tension especially when it doesn't fully involve you. You cannot save everybody from everything; or take responsibility for things that others should especially when your situation isn't fully up to par. In today's age we tend to continuously "Age ain't nothin' but a number," when in all... Continue Reading →
It should never take for something to happen in order for one to realize they have responsibilities. We as humans tend to get sidetracked with the thoughts and impressions of others forgetting we have our own responsibilities. One of my favorite responsibilities is taking care of my house. It truly showed me who’s there for... Continue Reading →
Each morning I wake up thinking " I don't wanna go to work," or "Damn, I gotta do this and that," which is nobody's fault but mine. It's about being an adult and owning up to responsibilities. Some of these things I signed up for on my own, other things like life, I didn't ask... Continue Reading →
There is a time and place for everything. A time to work hard, to grind, to do whatever it takes for you to do inorder to reach your goal. In doing so, you will notice and experience growth. Everyone thinks they know you, until you become "different," because you are making all necessary moves. Nothing,... Continue Reading →
You're not going to like everyone you come across, and that's okay, but when it comes to customer service and projects, work; now I personally don't know you. It's all about the work and the money, and that's what most fail to realize. Use the proper mentality you have to progress. Prime example, fast food... Continue Reading →
It's about that time again! Time to stay as warm and positive minded as possible. That time where we often overlook other situations and perspectives. It's time for The 2nd Annual Revolution Of Love Coats and Clothes Drive. Having experienced the life of a shelter, little to none clothing and stretched means of living, I... Continue Reading →
Boog Jefferson waits for nobody. He put you on game, and it's up to you to decide what you wanna do, and it's a big ass mood. Sometimes moving on other people's time can be troubling, better yet the ambition on this guy is so amazing that he'll do it all on his own, and... Continue Reading →
Racism is a commonly overlooked issue. Sometimes you don't notice these things until you are a part of these situation itself. As a victim of stereotypes, let me tell you how okay it is to be who you are. Friends and Family come from all different ethnicities, and situations. I love when people see me... Continue Reading →
Each moment I come to Plainfield, I HAVE to stop and visit my favorite cupcake lady. She's been doing so many positive things for the city alone. It's like she puts herself after others, sometimes people need to experience that type of love and care. The reason I respect Ms.Stacey so much is because she's... Continue Reading →
A winner is somebody who has put the time in to get to the position that they are in now, with or without help. A winner is someone who instills positive thoughts in their head even if it feels incorrect. A winner is someone who takes pride in what they do, and walk away with... Continue Reading →
So there is this guy that I see each day with the same sad look on his face and the same sad walk. We've all experienced someone or something like that before. Now today, I just so happened to grab a slice of pizza before running errands, and here he goes walking in. As I'm... Continue Reading →
So Literaturebyjessc was under construction for a while due to this whole moving process and let me tell you! Being an adult and living on your own is A LOT! You've literally gotta make sure you have all you need, and know your surroundings. I have successfully moved and I absolutely love it. I loved... Continue Reading →
What I do for this world, to me, is everything. I love the positive vibes given to and from "Literaturebyjessc". You don't know my story, when and were I can help, I will, and so will my mom. Livay's Sweet Shop did her 3rd Annual Sock Drive this year as I've been telling you about... Continue Reading →
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 →
Relationships with your ex are in Today's world is considered disrespectful which is pretty much understandable. You didn't have much to say then so what do you have to say now? Agreed. But at some point you put the past behind one another and do what they call "forgive". Not only forgiving yourself, but forgiving... Continue Reading →
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