In March 2010, I moved to Washington D.C.. In my mind it was going to be a fresh start in a new “movers and shakers” city, which was closer to my long-time friends and family. In my last year in the ATL, I said frequently and with disdain, “I’ve outgrown this place!” Well, it seems I was somewhat mistaken. Actually, I outgrew the the Atlanta version of me. Continue reading
An imprisoned soul
Impaled on the icicles
Of an indifferent world
Cries out. Continue reading
A sincere word in a needing ear
I whisper to her
Promising her the world
And knowing I can deliver Continue reading
Earlier this year, I was tasked with co-mentoring a high school student. To be honest, I didn’t want to do it. The thought of being a direct influence on a young man’s life was too much responsibility at a time when my own life was in turmoil. As a compromise, I guided him to a few of the books which had guided me; The Alchemist, Art of War, and 48 Laws of Power. I told him, After reading these three books, you will be able to think through any situation that life throws at you.” And so his journey began… Continue reading