Hey there! I’m Dee. Welcome! Thanks for dropping by. Why I created this blog? Short answer: To provide a space for my voice to be heard. Why I write declaration:I will be brave, my voice will not die within me unexpressed and unheard. This is therefore a brave and intentional space for creative self-expression. I …
A creative soul's embrace of poetry, of prose, of words, interlace.
Before-word: As I’m spending more time building this blog, I’ve been thinking a lot about writing—the art of writing and the power of the written word. I love to write. And chances are if you’re on this site, you’re a blogger which means you also love to write. Or, you’re here because you love to …
In love with love.
Change is the only constant in life, embrace it because that’s where magic happens. ✨
The loneliest days are when I’m alone and missing you!
The week is long. The weekend is short. Midweek is a good point to recharge. Let’s get over the hump purposefully.
The birth of love between souls destined to be together.
I show up for myself 100% committed. Period!
In our wounds, our stories are shown.
Belonging—where heart finds its echo, its chorus, its harmonious resonance.
Mental health, the compass guiding our way, In its embrace, we find strength to face each day.
It’s in being brOKen we learn to free our authentic self, restored to live boundlessly free.
Long before the written text, poetry existed. It was the reciting to memorize genealogy, laws and culture. It was the verbal incantation of hymns, love songs and chants. It was the conveyor of prayers, stories, historical accounts, and instructions for everyday living.
… another heart learning to beat alone in the aftermath of love’s folly!
I love birthdays. The more I have, the longer I live.
When I say I miss you, I mean I miss the part of me that you are!
There’s no Planet-B, cherish Mother Earth.
Awe-inspiring beauty and profound collective experience of a solar eclipse.
I once said to my sister: “I’m getting old”. She said “you’re evolving”.
A journey of self-discovery to embrace individuality and self-worth.
In time two perfect strangers find a world of meaning in each other.
He’s not here!!! He’s risen!!! The empty tomb proves this to be true!!!
Easter reminds us Jesus conquered death so we can have life and have it MORE ABUNDANTLY!!
This poem is a testament to the resiliency of the heart. It loves, it breaks yet love again and again like it won’t be broken. That’s why I’m in love with love.
The week is long. The weekend is short. Midweek is a good point to recharge. Let’s get over the hump.
There can be unity in diversity.
In the quiet of the morning mist,Amidst the whispers of the wind,Lies the truth of life’s sweet twist,Where presence reigns over treasure’s din For the Lord, in His infinite grace,Values not the wealth we amass,But the moments shared, face to face,With Him, our loved ones, till the last In the embrace of family ties,More precious …
Don’t discount your journey For it's not about the destination alone But the winding paths you've tread The trials endured, the lessons learned It's not where you are But the footsteps you've left behind Each one a story etched in time A testament to your resilience and grace It's how you got there The struggles …
A poetic remembrance of the transatlantic slavery trade and the ensuing racial discrimination that influences the lives of people of African descent up to today.
Before the written word, poetry was.
Winter's grip loosens its icy hold to usher in spring’s rain and rebirth.
You can’t fit IN and be OUTstanding at the same time!
Not every place you fit in is where you belong.
The beauty of living authentically, embracing the freedom to be your true self.
A lot to say, little time to write it all.
Phenomenal sunflower.
Up until the end of the Civil War, more than 200,000 ads to recapture enslaved people who walked away from slavery were published in American newspapers.
Jamaica Day is celebrated annually on the last Friday of February!
The enterprise of enslavement lasted for more than 400 years. A history of barbarity and also a history of awe-inspiring courage.
Shades of blackness, beauty's song, strength and spirit, ever strong!
Black hair is black resistance. Black hair has a uniquely meaningful history as a symbol of survival, resistance and celebration and as such is an important part of Black history.
The promise, though delayed, will surely come. Wait!
Harriet Tubman, the "Moses of her people," endured enslavement, broke free, dedicated herself to guiding others to liberty.
And above all, put on love. It binds everything together in perfect harmony.
Chattel house, movable property, were the first homes freed slaves could own in Barbados,
Black sisters, our beautiful is black!
Spotlighting the richness of art infused with the African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences.
Honoring black history—the triumphs and struggles, the innovations and the artistic, cultural, social and political achievements. Black resistance.
Two lives entwined together as one. Two as one in love.
When love falls on you, hold on to it.
Some days it’s me, my phone, my bed — the perfect love triangle.
As long as we are alive, God’s still writing our stories.
Orchids are joy!
To love is something. To be loved by who you love is everything.
Life’s quirky pleasures!!!
There’s nothing new under the sun. What has been will be again. What’s old wil be new again.
“Unlocked Thoughts Written” is the journey from thoughts to written words, a journey of self discovery, a journey of life discovery, a journey.
The magic of winter!
Old Man Winter is here!! Bundle up time.
Thanks to David for reblogging my poem “Blend In? For What?!” Don’t diminish your shine to blend inWhen you were made to be outstandingIn a world of conformity for belongingMove in the rhythm of … REBLOG: ‘Blend In? For What?!’ by Dawn Minott
What/who is your muse, your inspiration? What do you do when you lose your muse?
You are the choices you make.
Tribute to the legacy of Dr. King's teachings on nonviolence, and dream for inclusive and just society.
Surrender expectations.
You were born standout, embrace your uniqueness.
Peace Please!
Mother Nature at her cutest best.
Reminder: though folks may gamble against you, it’s not their plots that matter, it’s the Master’s plan for your life.
Every moment is a stepping stone toward your becoming.
New year is but a canvas, a chance to paint the hues of your soul.
365 opportunities to make a difference in the spaces where purpose meets the pulsating of fresh start.
Listen—give attention in order to hear.
…and just like that, Christmas is over. Or, is it?! What if we kept the spirit of Christmas with us all year!!
Decorating for Christmas is joy.
Seasons greetings!
It’s not a sign of weakness to ask for help.
A gift eternal, in a manger’s quiet shrine.
The complexities of love, and the enduring ache experienced in the waiting.
Oceanic serenades, a soothing embrace of cleansing waves and radiant sunshine.
The true strength of love lies in the conscious choice to uplift when the fragility of another is laid bare.
Mindful metamorphosis in redefining the path of self-transformation.
Love endures through every situation.
Poetic journey through life’s evolution.
A journey of reflection on the profound nature of God.
Before there was before, there was God. God was. God is. God will always be.
My heart bleeds for our world—our home 🌎 is in big trouble.
True understanding lies in the art of listening.
What’s your status? Not what’s on social media feeds or catchy one liners on time-elapsed stories. Your status now and always will be child of God!
Wobble your way to a packed dance floor!
Amidst the flickering candles and hushed prayers, Advent whispers: serve and be of service.
Secret love, a celestial dance.
Peonies cherished for their elegance and symbolism of romance and prosperity.
Remembering autumn’s colors. Anticipating winter’s cold.
December days in winter’s embrace, frosty moments to remember.
The unfolding of love.
Love’s silent unfolding.
Childhood exuberance meets gentle curiosity of a feathered friend.
Reflecting in gratitude on life.
THANKFUL!
Carpe diem — seize the day!
Celebrate nature, embrace this sacred gift.
Former Adventurer turned full-time Dad moonlighting as an author
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