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To My Older Brother
I hated you. When we held the first board meeting to discuss event dates, you said that you expected the whole board to attend every event. One of the events conflicted with the spring musical, and I told you that I couldn’t go. You made a commitment to this board; you chastised me during a…
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Love Is In The Air
There’s nothing more beautiful to me than the start of autumn because the weather gets cooler; you can start wearing sweaters, drinking hot coffee, and enjoying more time indoors. But for me, reading has always been my first love. I’ve never known anything other than small-town life in Autumn Hills, Connecticut, because my father and…
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Poetry- Lost And Found
I lost my spark. Somewhere in between trying to reach perfection and neglecting my needs to become someone I was not meant to be. The way back was long and rocky. But with a lot of love, patience, and understanding, I slowly but surely found my way back. Promising to never be so cruel towards…
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The Path That Is Right For You
Reinvention can happen at any age. Sometimes, we are forced into it however, there are many moments in life that force you to reevaluate to know you simply need a different direction to go. However, if the decision to change paths comes to you, the importance of knowing when to follow your gut and move…
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Prose- Fading Smile
You captured my heart at 27, and I felt like that was the beginning of our forever. Although I was maneuvering through rough times, I was still put together; my smile was whole. You treated my son as your own, and that etched you deeper into my heart when I saw my little boy’s face…
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Poetry- My National Pride
64 years ago Our nation came to be, Her cradle was blessed by God From her youth, she was called Her sisters welcomed her with joy A joy worth celebrating. Among her daughters All were blessed in beauty, Amidst her scars, gold flowed On her head, a crown was placed What else could she ask…
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Top 3 Footwear Trends Of The Season That Are Not Boots!
Photo Credit: I Just Stalked My Favorite French Girls—12 Items They Clearly Can’t Live Without (pinterest.com) In fashion, no look can be complete without footwear. The right pair of shoes transforms an outfit, adding that final touch of personality and style. As the weather starts to cool down, you might want to go out and…
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Why Cat And Rat Aren’t Friends
Once upon a long, long time ago, all the animals lived in the jungle, with the lion as their king. The lion and his relatives, the leopard, the tiger, and the cat, all lived with him in their own rooms in the jungle palace. The other animals lived in their own houses that they liked,…
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Poetry- I’m Not One Of Those Girls
A boy’s two hands in the middle of my back Didn’t bother me one bit. Even if the force was strong. Even if I fell to the ground. I’d get right back up Back to the line of scrimmage. Yes, I know what that means. I did as a child, too. I’m not one of…
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The First Holiday
Loves, it is here! The first holiday! We have been dating since the summer ended and now, we have been invited to Thanksgiving. I know you’re freaking out but don’t trip; your favorite relationship girlie is here for you. I got you, trust the process, and you will be the talk of the day. It’s…
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Poetry- When Mama Is Gone
One day you will awake, And hear that your mother, Has gone with the angels, To the Creator up yonder. One day, you will miss, Her presence so bad, That no amount of comfort, Can persuade you from being sad. One day, you will wish, Your mama was still here; Singing you a lullaby, And…
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Up And Coming: An Interview With Natalie McCarty And Stella Violet Of Gut Instinct
Gut Instinct was established in November 2023. After a year of being present through their website and social media pages on both Instagram and TikTok, they have gained a following in the literary world. Natalie and Stella met online, and after seeing Stella’s poems and stories, she reached out and asked if she would want…