Self-Portrait
I am…
Constant poetic motion.
God-blessed.
Lyrically endowed.
A breath of literary fresh air.
A perpetual work-in-progress.
Perfect imperfection.
I am…
LOVE
LIGHT
LAUGHTER
I am…
A poet at heart.
A writer by His design.
A life coach by calling.
I am…
ME…
Mission Empowered,
Motivationally Encouraged,
Manifested Energy.
© Jackie Young
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I’m a woman who knows when to embrace her strength & when to show her vulnerable side. I know that in life, often times the question is infinitely more important than the answer. I know that I’m flawed & I love me anyway. A woman who’s learning that I am ENOUGH - just as I am, today. I am a lover of life and love, a student of all that’s beautifully human, a divine work-in-progress.
While I wear many hats, the face that lies beneath is always the same. I live from a place of grace, gratitude, and goodness and invite others to do the same. I breathe poetry; I feel it rippling through my veins. Words captivate my mind, heart & soul - be it poetry, song lyrics, fiction, etc.
I search for that which I believe I am at my core: LOVE, JOY, FAITH, GRACE, FREEDOM.
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I am the poet behind “Love’s Reparations: The Learning Curve between Heartache & Healing”(Fall 2006). It is a delicous slice of life - naked, honest, beautifully human. A poetic massage for your heart, soul, and mind. I know, I know. You think I’m biased. Just a tad.
But you’re more than welcome to experience it for yourself. You can find samples of my poetic brew here on the blog, on my website or you can cop your very own copy.
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Upcoming “WORD STEW”
In addition to getting my first “literary baby” into the hands and hearts of readers everywhere, I’m fast at work on several other literary projects. This year finds me dancing to the tune of my sometimes temperamental but always FABULOUS muse. My list of creative & entrepreneurial endeavors is long & exciting (well, at least they are to me…even if most of them are still in my head. LOL). Be on the lookout for my follow-up poetry collection - Spring 2009. I hope to heat up Fall 2009 with the release of my debut novel. Stay tuned….it’s gonna be fiyah!
There are some other exciting ingredients in the mix to add more flava to my unique blend of WORD STEW. Join my newsletter so you’re in the know. You don’t want to miss a single serving of this brew!
In the meantime, keep rising and as always,
LIVE DELICIOUSLY!!
Live from your soul,
*~* J *~*
My motto when it comes to writing (well, ONE of them):
“THERE ONCE WAS A GIRL WHO WANTED TO WRITE. AND SO SHE DID. THE END.”
My motto when it come to life (well, ONE of them):
LIVE OUT LOUD - ON PURPOSE.”
