Hi everyone! Just checking in to wish you well! I'll be updating my Mindfulness Challenge progress tomorrow! Tonight, I'm going to spend time reading, snacking, and relaxing đđ If you can, take a breather and find some time this weekend to chill. "Each person deserves a day away in which no problems are confronted, no … Continue reading Happy Friday!
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Mindfulness Challenge – The Little Things Are Not So Small
Happy October! This is one of my absolute favorite months. I love all things Fall (even when it's 80 degrees in VA) including pumpkin flavored foods, cooler mornings, changing leaves, festivals, and Halloween. But, not candy corn. Never candy corn. The kiddos are fully back into the swing of school after a Labor Day week … Continue reading Mindfulness Challenge – The Little Things Are Not So Small
A Weekend of Wonderful ExplorationÂ
Happy Sunday! As I sit back and wait for The Walking Dead premiere, I am feeling great about the week ahead. This weekend, I took my daughters to the NASA open house event to celebrate their centennial year of operation. We live in Hampton, now known as the place where the events of Hidden Figures … Continue reading A Weekend of Wonderful ExplorationÂ
A Slice of HappinessÂ
Happy Sunday! I have been around or at home for the past few weeks, so this weekend I packed up my car and took my daughters to go see my dad in North Carolina. This time of year is always difficult for my father. Today is his mother's birthday and although it has been over … Continue reading A Slice of HappinessÂ
Breaking Chains and Beautiful Music
Happy Wednesday! This week has gone by fast. I've been working on my novel Orion's Chains and I have officially mapped out my entire story. I am doing bios for each of my major characters and doing some research to bring a little fact into my fictional world. Orion's story takes place in the future … Continue reading Breaking Chains and Beautiful Music
Happy World Poetry Day!!
Today is World Poetry Day!!! Poetry will always be a integral part of the human experience. Poetry narrates our stories and provides a voice for those who are afraid or unable to speak. If you are looking for new poetry to experience, grab a copy of my poetry book Amour Rising! With Love, Tai Gooden
You vs. Them: Stay Focused on YOUR Path to Success
Happy Saturday! I have been grinding over the past few weeks! My days have been filled with conducting research on new places to pitch, writing pitches, and even writing a few articles. I saw a few freelance writing opportunities and I took the time to put in my application. I have yet to hear back … Continue reading You vs. Them: Stay Focused on YOUR Path to Success
“If you don’t l…
"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude. DON'T COMPLAIN." - Maya AngelouOne of my favorite quotes by a brilliant poet. #NationalPoetryMonth
Celebrate the Small Victories
Happy Sunday!April has been a phenomenal month! I started working with a great writing coach, I have written a couple of solid pitches to publications, I finally have a website to truly call my own, and I am thisclose to having my first poetry book published. Later this week, I will have Amour Rising on the … Continue reading Celebrate the Small Victories
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