Archive for the ‘Inspiration’ Category
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Book Talk at Teachers College
Tuesday, July 19th, 2011
I just finished my book talk at Teachers College and I really felt inspired by those who came out. Seeing that people do care about poetry in its pure form and appreciate simplicity is motivating. It was great that I could share my work with such an academic setting and have vulnerability in self expression […]
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Inspiring other counselors & teachers
Friday, March 25th, 2011
At my school yesterday, I had another book signing but this time I focused it on how to use the poems I wrote as a motivation for students and adolescent clients to talk and engage in difficult conversations about self esteem, self love, self worth and bullying. Everyone seemed very interested and they gained a […]
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Update!!
Friday, March 11th, 2011
I have another booksigning on Thursday, March 17th at 5p at Delta’s Restaurant in New Brunswick, NJ. I hope you can come out and support. Check out the flyer in the events (book tour link) section. I also will be having a book talk at my school on March 24th: Teacher’s College Columbia University! 12-2p […]
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BSN Gala 2011
Sunday, February 27th, 2011
Last night I performed at the Teachers College, Columbia University Black Student Network’s Gala! It was so elegant and fun. We celebrate Nia and Umoja principles and relished in our history and where we see our future. I read “The Key”, a poem I wrote when Obama got elected. I was able to connect with […]