A little birdie told me that it’s National Poetry Month. It got me thinking and wondering how I became a poet. It started when I had so much to say, yet couldn’t. When words failed me and I picked up my pen, like a bullet. Shooting through the layers of thoughts that rattled through my […]
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I spent years with jumbled thoughts rattling in my head. It was then, at my lowest point, that I started to offload my emotions to put them to bed. I write my words down so I can be free. It’s in the act of release of my emotions, that I am most me. It’s funny […]
A look back on the year 2020! And what a year it turned out to be!
There’s something magical about eagles. My fascination with eagles began when my friend told me to continue making “eagle moves”. I loved the sound of it, even though I had to do some research to fully grasp her message. Thank you Lady V! I get it now! Fast forward a few years, I now own […]
If there are lessons I could tell my younger self, it would be, You are taller than your height. Approach life with confidence and keep your eyes on the light. The light will sometimes fade, yet with faith you’ll know that it’s still there. So, stand tall and go forth with confidence. Remember that life […]
Live life with a sense of optimism that sends positive energy into the universe that powerfully resonates that “anything is possible”. Live life knowing that it’s the main show, not the dress rehearsal. Live life in the firm belief that you are writing your story with every breath and your life is a bestseller. Live […]
As I look back on my experience of joining the virtual staging of the 10th Jamaica Poetry Festival 2020, I am still beaming with pride. Respect due to Yasus, Jamaica Poetry Festival family and all the amazing sponsors for making it bigger and better than ever! #JPF2020 I was honoured to represent Jamaica and the […]
Following last week’s launch of the Maroon Mindset Unlimited newsletter, I am pleased to share this week’s updates. Life is busy and we sometimes need to live purposefully and take 5, for ourselves. Don’t forget to follow this blog to receive future editions. I strongly believe that we must not restrict ourselves so this is […]
As we head towards the end of the year 2019 and the end of a decade, it’s an opportunity to pause, take stock and make some new decade goals. I’m thinking BIG! I’m thinking BOLD. How about you? What are your goals for 2020? You see, I’m heading towards my 45 year on the planet […]
Nichole McIntosh FRSA 