Blogging from the Phone

I'm not a fan of blogging from my phone. However, this is my best option to share my thoughts since Hurricane Irma. I installed the blogger app but didn't use it much; but it does come in handy now.

I've been blogging for quite some time and I do enjoy it. It's a great opportunity to express feelings and concerns. It has also helped me to improve and hone my writing. Your writing is critical for you to move forward in life. If you are applying for a job, the first impression is made through your résumé. If your work is administrative in nature, you spend a lot of time writing.

I find that the autocorrect on the phone can be a little offset so I'm still trying to reread to ensure that there are no crazy typos. While I know that no one is perfect, I always have to strive for excellence.

The Topics I Write About

I'm always looking for topics to write about. Most times I just start writing and the topic comes. I have a task to write about R&B/Soul/Blues and I love that because I get to listen to nice music. I also love writing about television shows and giving little recaps. Afterall, I pay to watch cable and use internet, so isn't is best for me to benefit from these things too?

I have written about topics concerning the BVI, reggae music, marraige, television shows, health, recipes and others. I am always looking to expand my writing resume and I do this also with poetry. I share poetry locally, via internet and orally when given an opportunity.

No one would have thought that I would be a writer. I never saw myself as a writer. However, I find it to be worthy hobby and pasttime. I know it will not make me rich but I get another 'height' or you can call it another type of fullfillment from writing. I have new topics that I am working on and will continue to share links in the blog.

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The POET in ME

I took a week off from writing in my blog and I ended up wiriting more poetry. So I think I need a good balance in my writing. Check this out:

My jeans tell the story of time
As we walk down the runway line
Bell-bottoms
Stone-wash
high waisted
and low rise
Pleated front
And faded
From back then to now
The fashion shows
That fashion comes
And goes
And comes back
And is unique
To each soul


I have just been playing around with words a lot more and have been able to think of topics and compose. I feel like I have grown as a writer. I guess too that since I am the one coming up with the topics, there is no pressure to write in a certain way or to focus to a certain audience.

I typically don't like to write for competitions or when asked to perform at certain events unless I have a piece or pieces already written on that theme. What I hate more is when the persons asking you to perform request that you include certain ideas or issues in the poem. Excuse me, you should have written the poem yourself then. Let my inspiration flow and work in the theme. Anything else is forced and shows in the performance.

I wrote a piece for my sister's wedding and I did not even try to rhyme - I played with a concept and it worked and I was happy with it.

Of course, I love writing happy pieces but I have a piece to write for my great aunt's funeral and it does make me sad. I plan to word it not as a 'missing you' piece but as a higlight of her accomplishments. I may share that one with you.

I didn't create this blog to share poetry. I created it to improve my writing overall. I guess the poet in me must share a piece every now and then.

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Some Choice Words

I am down to earth. What does that mean? I am short? I am live in Australia? No, No - it means that I am cool, friendly and accepting of new people and new ideas. So why term it 'down to earth?' English is really a crazy language. 

 Even to say I am 'cool' today does not mean neither in between warm and cold. It means, I am nice and helpful. 'She cool man, she will help you cause she got my back'. 'Got your back'? She took your 'back'? Then how are you standing straight? No, she will help me in what ever way I need, like a good 'hook-up'. (Holler if you hear me!) So she's going to hang me or gut me, then - hook-up? I don't think so. She knows ways to make things easier so you don't have the hassle, kind of like a facilitator. (Or is she aiding and abetting?) 

 You better check your cool, down to earth hook-up cause she may not have your back when the thing hits the fan. O man, more twisted words - this language is ridiculous. Can we speak for one day without using these terms? We are so accustomed of twisting the language and adopting phrases from other dialects and cultures that many things we say will get lost in translation. [no pun intended].

 It is most important to know how to speak professionally in an office setting versus speaking with family and friends. Read more (read my blog) and write more - not just social media writing. It will help you to maintain the balance. Persons who are supervisors and management should still type certain correspondence for themselves. 

I have been lucky to have superiors who have a command of grammar but I know persons who have 'airheads' for bosses. The airheads are the worst because they can't write nor spell. So, what's an airhead? I think that the connotation is quite clear - emptyheaded, ditsy, asea, dumb .........

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World Poetry Day

Today is WORLD POETRY DAY!

Celebrate with all poets today and encourage them to keep crafting their talents.

Writing poetry is easy when you let the inspiration flow. When asked to write on specific topics, you have to brainstorm and craft according to the specific issue. It is still not hard for me - once my heart is in it and I have enough time to write and re-write.

Our poetry readings are themed and some poets do not like that at all. I like the themes but encourage poets to share what they wish. They may come with something fresh and new. We never want to stifle creativity. Themes are set as a guide and a way to push the poets to keep writing.

Past themes include:
Black Love
Honoring the Elders

They are simple and a little abstract, but you may be suprised at the detailed creativity that stems from simple themes. The poets and singers who attend the readings really work hard and get the message across.

To get more of a taste, you'll have to attend one of our 'open mic' sessions held every thrid Saturday of the month. Keep checking this blog for updates.

I am an aspiring writer so stay tuned for more articles.