Another top shelf comment on my recent videos. lol. "Try to invest in a better mic, get crispier voice.. : )" I think I need to do a second version of my peeves video. People seem to forget that limiting themselves to breathing is also an option :)

I try to find inspiration any and everywhere, including the sky. New Substack piece about my SkyThoughts. substack.com/home/post/p-...

I made it guys, some random account on YouTube had THIS to say about my latest video: The production quality is well made This deserves recognition.

Day 9 MOTW - how do you recharge? For me? Bodyboarding heals my soul.

And we're live as geriatric millenials who love writing things. www.youtube.com/watch?v=UAuK...

I have a friend in Ohio who said gas from $2.93 to $3.49. Can you say, brace yourself?

Something different I’ve been doing on my Substack is to offer Writer Meditations. The latest meditation is about Writing in Times of Turmoil. Unplanned, though definitely relevant. #meditation #WriterLife #OrganicCreativity jdestradawriter.substack.com/p/writer-med...

March of the Writers Day 3 is about Cover stars and guess what, I don't always have a budget. So, I've used Canva to do cost effective covers for my books. Never used AI for covers and no intention of starting ever. #MOTW #MOTW2026

Very thankful for everyone who has picked up some of my books. It's been quite a slow going in 2026 so it's nice to see some movement. Big cheers and my thanks for letting me be part of your TBR. www.amazon.com/stores/J.D.-...

If you're needing the topics for March of the Writers, No worries. I gotcha. Also, only rules are enjoy, do this however it feels right, respect others, and connect. Much love open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Today's Writer Meditation is a bit on the nose - Writing in Times of Turmoil. Unplanned with what's going on, though quite relevant. Wishing you and yours well during these times. open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

The overabundance of pisspoor examples of toxic (and weak) masculinity feels like it’s at an all time high. I’d say do better, but for that, I’d need to believe in the possibility of it…which I don’t.

Today’s Substack is about human sexuality and how I care and I don’t. #LoveIsLove open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

If we want a better future, here are 3 movies most teens should watch: American History X Kids Requiem for a Dream

Today on my Substack, we talk about how negative energy can help you create. Lord knows, these days we have plenty of that type of energy going around. Still, we can let it wreck us or we can channel it and do something productive, because we always have a choice. open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Did I love Bad Bunny’s Tiny Desk? Hell yes. That said, the one from PJ Sin Suela is among my favorites. Don’t snooze on this guy. Another top talent. youtu.be/pmu2rshSEFg?...

Either I’m finally getting traction on my Substack or the bots found me. Either way, you can also join the organic fun 😉 Much love. open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Someone asked if I plan to translate Penumbra, my Spanish dark short story collection. Although I once considered it, it was written to capture a genuine Puerto Rican experience. So it's a No, but fret not...future projects in English will have PR flavor. www.amazon.com/Penumbra-Cue...

Really enjoyed the new album by The Format. If you want my track by track review, check below 🙂 #NewMusic #NewAlbum freshbutteredpopcorn.blogspot.com/2026/02/thef...

I see people curious about Puerto Rico. About history. Wanting to learn how to dance salsa. Wanting to learn Spanish. Wanting to enjoy JOY. It’s been a while since I saw a good pulse of that energy. I’ll focus on the joy and do my best to answer any questions people have about PR. Un abrazo.

Having goals is a healthy thing. Even in times like this. So I made some goals for my Substack. Because every person who subscribes, reads, and supports is part of my writer journey. Thank you for the support and for letting me dream big. jdestradawriter.substack.com/p/organic-go...

Last night was about togetherness, unity, and being welcome. No notes. Full pride. open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Llorar de felicidad siempre es bueno. En 2026, es oro. Aunque las Olimpiadas son en Italia, el halftime show brilló intenso.

@masummer.bsky.social Thanks for the share and all the good vibes and support, my friend. Much love always. And PR is always waiting with warm wishes :)

As I continue developing some projects, part of my plan is to continue growing my Substack. 38 posts already available, more to come as well as other projects specifically for this platform. Care to venture a guess of some of my goals? substack.com/@jdestradawr...

When it rains for more than a couple of days in Puerto Rico, there are signs. Here’s to enjoying rainy days, smiling regardless, and for the sun to come out tomorrow-tomorrow. #Grinch apparel courtesy of my Secret Santa, Sylvette who was able to contribute to my #SockItTome collection and then some

In times like these, some people may question whether they should create or not. I’ll always be Team Create because it gives us direction, purpose, and something to do instead of doom scroll. Today’s Substack talks about writing in times of trouble. jdestradawriter.substack.com/p/pivoting-t...

Last night, Bad Bunny made history winning album of the year. First All Spanish album to win this award since the inception of the Grammys. Quite the achievement and then some. Peace, love, and Pitorro de Coco open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Para los que participan en la #MarchaDeEscritores en español, los temas también eatán disponibles en el blog. Este esfuerzo brinda temas para compartir algo todos los días durante el mes de marzo. #MOTW #MOTW2026 #escritores #escritoresdeinstagram jdestradawriter.blogspot.com/2026/01/la-m...

A yearly tradition returns. Here are your prompts for March of the Writers 2026. #MOTW #motw2026 #MarchOfTheWriters open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Today is #TeaForTuesday so here’s your Teactionary entry. Cheers

The world continues its crazy dance, so here’s something to smile regardless of the madness. Keep doing what you have to do and laugh in the face of adversity because it shows you’re still in control.

Always happy to shine a light on #indiemusic with a review over on @Goindienow’s Fresh Buttered popcorn blog. Starting the year reviewing Secret Love by Dry Cleaning. freshbutteredpopcorn.blogspot.com/2026/01/secr... #NewMusic #albumreview

Today would have been Mom’s 77th birthday. Raising a glass to her wonderful self and thankful for everything she continues to inspire. open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Today’s Substack is about walking…especially when you feel stuck. Many times has a walk helped to clear my mind. It’s been good for mind, body, soul, and stories. #walkon #organiccreativity #jdestradawriter #substack #creativity open.substack.com/pub/jdestradawriter/p/walking-through

Although there are no signs of normality on the horizon, there’s always a chance for normali-tea. Today’s teactionary entry.

Gmail: you’re now powered up with Google Gemini. Me: Skim to find out how I turn it off. Turn it off. Thanks for wasting time, energy, and money. Also, suck on a server or something.

The world is not doing great. Still, we can choose to smile even in the face of adversity as an extra bit of spice to those who would rather we do otherwise.

People have seen so many movies where the villains have an English accent that they see a disconnect with reality. So, for one moment, see actions AND words and ignore films, ignore accents, and recognize a villain when it’s staring at you right in the face.

Never have weaker people tried to look tougher.

Starting the year on Substack talking about realistic goal setting. Seems pretty fitting for January 🙂 #goals #happynewyear #2026goals open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Some people: Why don’t you use Chat GPT to write that? - Me: Why DO you use Chat GPT to write that? I don’t, because I don’t want to. End of discussion.

New video to start the year over on my Substack :) substack.com/profile/1302...

Starting the year with some silly because lord knows we need it. Papperoni visual typo concept courtesy of the Captain. “Artwork” and song selection from yours truly. Clippy cameo courtesy of the 90s

Closing off the year saying thank you. Here are my stats on Substack: 2,710 views 44Followers/34 subs/1 paid sub To many this may not seem like much, but it’s a start. Thanks for tagging along. To bringing more Organic Creativity in the new year. jdestradawriter.substack.com/p/onward-upw...

Recently read the first entry of the E-Gazette for The Ever and it included a refreshing take on AI, literally printing AI generated images and stitching the prints by hand. This is the type of AI use I can most definitely get behind. Give it a check if you’re curious. the-ever.com/theegazette/

How do you create beyond failure? That’s today’s post, because although I love people sharing posts of thankfulness and appreciation, it isn’t sunshine for everyone and that’s OK. #perseverance #motivation #organiccreativity open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...

Well, I'm set to repeat in December what I only achieved in June this year, i.e. no sales on the Zon. So if you're looking for something last minute, eBooks are great for those types of scenarios 🤣 Still, doesn't worry me. Next year is the focus ;) www.amazon.com/stores/J.D.-...

I’ve been doing Teactionary posts for years and it’s one of several things I do to stay creative. You can read about the tea infused randomness over on my Substack. open.substack.com/pub/jdestrad...