Fund the public libraries. Just do it.

Honesty, accountability, and financial security.

Silence

People that play too much.

As a man, I believe that no matter the obstacles I face or the circumstances I find myself in, I must keep my head down, do the work, and get the results I want. No complaining.

Be proactive, not reactive.

I love it when a plan comes together.

I’m always rooting for people with big hearts and a poet’s soul. Keep going. I adore you.

In all seriousness … be good to your lovers, folks. Life is tough enough on people.

i'm alive, i'm breathing, i'm blessed & i'm thankful

Wes Montgomery

If you invite me somewhere, I can't sit down, I ain’t going.

Don’t introduce me to a vibe you can’t maintain.

Surround yourself with people who relax your nervous system.

I trust everyone I know to be exactly who they've already shown me they are: no more ideals or lofty expectations.

One thing about me, imma go out to eat by myself. 😂

Bob Marley

The fck is even the point of April Fool’s?

Sade

Prince

Illmatic - Nas

Million Dollar Baby

The Colored Section - Donnie

Minding my business but paying attention daily.

Good morning, ramblers, let’s get rambling. I hope you all have a safe and stress-free day. 🌞✨

Gil Scott-Heron was born April 1, 1949 in Chicago.

Poverty is an economic policy.

Me: What’s up with you, champ? Friend: Bruh, I’m just trying to survive and find meaning.

Discipline might be the highest form of love.

This is a great day to chill outside, have a few drinks, talk shit, and reminisce.

It's not just nice outside, it’s nice nice.

Sometimes the detours carry you to better doors.

Went to Jamaica.

want to feel old? stand up kinda fast.

Escapism, effective dialogue, and world-building.

“May existing stop feeling like a constant test of endurance.”

The POV doesn't matter to me as long as the story is well-structured and the characters are memorable.

All The Sinners Bleed

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Family by J.California Cooper is the first book that comes to mind.

Zeal by Morgan Jerkins

Black people unite, and let’s all get down.