adulting
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When Does It End?
I’m having a hard time mentally dealing with the state of the world right now as a black woman in America.
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Good, Bad, and a Little Bit Funny
Starting a new job always comes with a mix of excitement and stress. I’ve been settling into mine, and like any new role, there are good moments, bad moments, and downright funny ones. I like to call Michael during my breaks—sometimes to vent, sometimes just to breathe and check in.…
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I Get the Villains Now
Because being ✨good✨didn’t get me a damn thing. Some people dream of being the hero. The star. The success story. Me? I just wanted to live my life doing what I loved. I wanted to sing, to write, to build something of my own—without being dragged through the mud for…
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100+ Posts Later, I’m Still Here
Sorry I didn’t post last week—life got a little loud. But today, I’m writing this with so much gratitude in my heart. I’ve officially written over 100 blog posts here. And I’ve been keeping this journal for over 7 years. There were times I stopped writing. Times I didn’t have…
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This Isn’t One of Those Pretty Posts
I’m tired. That’s the truth. And I’m not here to polish it or package it into something motivational today. I’ve been trying. I’ve been applying to jobs—I’m over 44 deep right now. And most of them haven’t even responded. The ones that did? Treated me like I was bothering them…
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CEO Era Activated
You’re looking at the CEO. Yes—I started my own business. It’s something I’ve dreamed about for so long. Something I’ve journaled about, prayed over, vision boarded, researched, and worked for. And now it’s real. I did it. I’m officially a CEO! Will it take time to build? Of course. Am…
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Sumn New, Holdin’ Onto Love, 1st Country Cover💋
This week, I released my first country music cover. And to be honest? I wasn’t sure how it would turn out. But once I hit record, something felt right. It wasn’t perfect—but it was me. Real, honest, raw… and country. And you know what? It turned out pretty damn well.…
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To the Trolls: I’m Still Not Backing Down
Let me say this loud for the people in the back: I’m not here to please you. I’m not here to be your punching bag. I’m not here to disappear just because you don’t like my voice. I’ve been angry. And if I’m being honest, I’m still angry. The more…
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Still Showing Up (Even When I Want to Walk Out)
Let me be honest—some days it takes everything in me just to clock in. I’ve been doing my best to keep my head up, to be professional, to protect my peace, but when you’re in an environment that refuses to see you—really see you—it starts to chip away at you.…
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She’s Back And She’s Not Asking for Permission
There was a time when I thought I had finally made it. I packed my bags, moved to Los Angeles, and believed with every part of me that this was it. My big break. My moment. I was ready to step into the spotlight, live my dreams, and become everything…
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