There’s nothing new under the sun. What has been will be again. What’s old wil be new again.
Author: Dawn Minott
Poet. Blogger. Speaker. Author of “Moments: A Poetic Autobiography”. Unapologetically a lover of God, a lover of love and all things nature. Hardcore logophile with an epigrammatic style. Creative soul. Artsy to the core.
Unlocked Thoughts Written ©Dawn Minott
“Unlocked Thoughts Written” is the journey from thoughts to written words, a journey of self discovery, a journey of life discovery, a journey.
Old Man Winter ©Dawn Minott | Haiku
The magic of winter!
It’s This Cold … ©Dawn Minott
Old Man Winter is here!! Bundle up time.
REBLOG: ‘Blend In? For What?!’ by Dawn Minott
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
Midweek Boost: Relationship Choices ©Dawn Minott
You are the choices you make.
Happy Birthday Dr Martin Luther King | The Dream: Justice Eternal Flame ©Dawn Minott
Tribute to the legacy of Dr. King's teachings on nonviolence, and dream for inclusive and just society.
Blend In? For What?! ©Dawn Minott
You were born standout, embrace your uniqueness.
Flower of the Day Challenge #72: Cat Face Flower
Mother Nature at her cutest best.
Life’s Script ©Dawn Minott
Reminder: though folks may gamble against you, it’s not their plots that matter, it’s the Master’s plan for your life.
Don’t Waste Your Wait ©Dawn Minott
Every moment is a stepping stone toward your becoming.
Happy New Year 2024 ©Dawn Minott
New year is but a canvas, a chance to paint the hues of your soul.
Interior Decor Project: Christmas 2023 ©Dawn Minott
Decorating for Christmas is joy.
Seasons Greetings ©Dawn Minott
Seasons greetings!
Blue Christmas ©️Dawn Minott| with audio
It’s not a sign of weakness to ask for help.
The Eternal Gift of Christmas ©Dawn Minott
A gift eternal, in a manger’s quiet shrine.
Ocean ©Dawn Minott | a Dectina Refrain
Oceanic serenades, a soothing embrace of cleansing waves and radiant sunshine.
Transformation ©Dawn Minott
Mindful metamorphosis in redefining the path of self-transformation.
Midweek Boost: Love©Dawn Minott
Love endures through every situation.
Live Life Now ©Dawn Minott
Poetic journey through life’s evolution.
Shabbat Shalom: The Concept of God ©Dawn Minott |with audio
A journey of reflection on the profound nature of God.
God Was ©Dawn Minott |with audio
Before there was before, there was God. God was. God is. God will always be.
Walking In the Rain ©Dawn Minott| with audio
My heart bleeds for our world—our home 🌎 is in big trouble.
Midweek Boost: How Do You Listen? ©Dawn Minott
True understanding lies in the art of listening.
Child of God! ©Dawn Minott | an Abecedarian, with audio
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 ©Dawn Minott
Wobble your way to a packed dance floor!
Advent ©Dawn Minott
Amidst the flickering candles and hushed prayers, Advent whispers: serve and be of service.
Flower of the Day Challenge #72: Pleasant Peony
Peonies cherished for their elegance and symbolism of romance and prosperity.
Goodbye. Hello. ©Dawn Minott |a double Hay(na)ku
Remembering autumn’s colors. Anticipating winter’s cold.
Hello December ©Dawn Minott
December days in winter’s embrace, frosty moments to remember.
The Genesis of Love ©Dawn Minott
Love’s silent unfolding.
Thanksgiving Reflections ©️Dawn Minott
Reflecting in gratitude on life.
Thankful ©Dawn Minott
THANKFUL!
Midweek Boost: Seize the Day ©Dawn Minott
Carpe diem — seize the day!
If These Lips Could Talk … ©Dawn Minott
Celebrate nature, embrace this sacred gift.
A Creative Soul’s Embrace ©Dawn Minott | with audio
A creative soul's embrace of poetry, of prose, of words, interlace.
Flower of the Day Challenge #72: Rousing Rose
Yellow rose like sun rays with folded edges.
Flower of the Day Challenge #71: Precious Poinsettias
It’s Christmas decorating time!!!!
Thank You ©Dawn Minott
Here’s to Mother Nature and her summer-to-fall bounties.
When My Heart Fell in Love with You ©Dawn Minott |a double Septolet
The heart wants what it wants. Does logic stand a chance!?
Solace in Unexpected Places ©Dawn Minott | a Sexain with audio
Wherever you find peace of mind, settle there.
Sister-Friend ©Dawn Minott |a Septolet
Always sisters, always friends.
Midweek Boost: Dreamcatcher ©Dawn Minott |a Septolet
Dream. All coming true. Check ✔️
Points of View ©Dawn Minott |a Septolet
There’s more than one view of any situation.
Sweet Nostalgia: Sundays, Ice Cream & Childhood Memories in Jamaica ©Dawn Minott |with audio
Simple pleasures, treasured memories of childhood.
Last Stop ©Dawn Minott |a Septolet
Dining out in NYC can be an adventure.
Fall’s Color Palette ©Dawn Minott |a Septolet
Fall brings multiple warm shades together to create an autumnal vibe.
The Prayer ©Dawn Minott |with audio
In a world hellbent on self-imploding, dear Lord, let Your guiding-light implore!
Shabbat Shalom: Who Is A Christian?
How can you identify someone who is a Christian?
Poem Is ©Dawn Minott
A poem is a magical blend of words and feelings, from start to end.
If I … ©Dawn Minott |with audio
Pumpkin angel carving beauty.
Nature’s Morning Serenade @Dawn Minott
Finding GRATITUDE in each moment of LIFE!
Waiting ©Dawn Minott | a Dectina Refrain
Jilted! Culture’s cruelest act.
Midweek Boost: Regret Restrains ©️Dawn Minott
To live in regret leaves you in the past.
Living Hyphenated©️ Dawn Minott | a sexain
The complexity of life can feel like living hyphenated.
Be Like A Tree ©Dawn Minott
Trees are about to show us how to let dead things go!
Fireflies ©Dawn Minott
Fireflies are twinkling stars on earth.
In Loving Memory of Peace ©Dawn Minott
It’s time to turn up our inner/personal Peace ☮️ volume.
I Flip The Script ©️Dawn Minott
I’m responsible for the way my life story is written and told.
Midweek Boost: YOUniquely You ©Dawn Minott
You are YOUniquely you, rock your flawsomeness!
Someone Else’s Mother ©Dawn Minott | International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, October 17
End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
Who’s Behind You ©️Dawn Minott |a Senryu
Fear not what is before you when those who care are behind you.
The Moment I Realized—Transformation is Self-Sacrificing ©️Dawn Minott
Self-transformation is achieved through self-sacrifice and a dogged determination to change.
dot the “i” of LiFE ©Dawn Minott
Dotting the ‘i’ of LiFE is paying detailed attention to and appreciating the small things.
Midweek Boost: Positive Self-Talk ©Dawn Minott
In every heart, in every mind, is a treasure of great worth.
it’s OKAY to NOT BE OKAY – World Mental Health Day | 10 October
When you're down, know this: it’s okay to not be okay.
3rd Blogiversary ©Dawn Minott
Three years blogging !!
Golden Hour ©Dawn Minott | Haiku
The rising/setting of the sun is a reminder of the beauty and constancy of nature's cycles.
Flower of the Day Challenge #70: Radiant Rose
Rose of exquisite beauty and captivating fragrance.
Ode to Jazz ©Dawn Minott
Jazz players develop their own unique style and voice, this individuality is a hallmark of the genre.
Muse In Absentia ©Dawn Minott
The power of a muse.
I’m A Little Teapot
When was the last time your kindergarten-self came out to play? How ‘bout today!?
Flower of the Day Challenge #69: Adorable Anthurium
Even in what some might consider deformity, there's a unique and remarkable beauty in nature.
Quirky Nature #5: Love’s Eternal Embrace ©Dawn Minott | a Haiku
The depth and persistence of love won’t let it die easy.
Quirky Nature #4: Birdy Emergency Rescue ©Dawn Minott | a Haiku
Parents’ love with no regard of risk to themselves.
Quirky Nature #3: Midweek Boost ©Dawn Minott | a Haiku
It doesn’t matter your pace. What matters is the mark you make.
Quirky Nature #2: Nature Weaves ©Dawn Minott | a Haiku
Mother Nature weaves basket art.
Flower of the Day Challenge #69: Sunshiny Sunflowers
Sunflower—iconic garden beauty.
Quirky Nature #1: Wonders of Iceland ©Dawn Minott | a Haiku
Nature at her quirkiest—Iceland.
Autumn’s Return: A Blogger’s Revival ©Dawn Minott
As summer transitions to autumn, reconnect, share stories, inspire.
Sunflower Laughter ©Dawn Minott
Laughter’s joy in sunflowers’ sway.
Flower of the Day Challenge #68: Sultry Sweet William
Sweet William —flower or man?! 😂
Boom! Thank You! ©Dawn Minott
Thank you!!!!
Hydrangeas Bloom in Waiting ©Dawn Minott
Hydrangeas in waiting.
Flower of the Day Challenge #67: Zealous Zinnias
Flowers, the gift that keeps on giving.
Midweek Boost: Where Life Begins ©Dawn Minott
Live life fully.
Life in Motion ©Dawn Minott | a Haiku
Watching nature unfold and grow.
Seasons ©️Dawn Minott
Soul seasons!
Soul Seasons ©Dawn Minott
The essence of life is change. The essence of living life fully is to embrace change.
Flower of the Day Challenge #69: Beautiful Black-eyed Susan
Black-eyed Susan watching over the yard like a sunshiny boss!!!!
Reckless Love ©Dawn Minott |a Loop Poem with audio
In God is LOVE-complete, there is no Plan-B
Flower of the Day Challenge #66: Merry Marigold
Sunshine on stem.
Shabbat Shalom: The Father Ran©Dawn Minott |with audio
Imagine … God running!!
The Heart of Intimacy ©Dawn Minott
The heart of intimacy binds emotional connections for deep and meaningful relationships.
Love, Into-Me-See ©Dawn Minott
Intimacy … Into-me-see💕💗💕
Midweek Boost: Mistakes? Make Them! ©Dawn Minott
Embrace the brilliance making mistakes.
Without! ©Dawn Minott
Without—the absence, omission, or avoidance of; not with; with no or none of; lacking
Keeping it 100 ©Dawn Minott
God keeps 100% of His promises!
New York New York ©Dawn Minott
New York, where dreams meet skyscrapers amidst a whirlwind of diversity and energy.
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