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Mother Warriors

Mother Warriors

Seven children bore by my mother, Six of them are my brothers. What kind of body could do that? I must tip my hat to her. Beautiful life has been bestowed upon us. Appreciation to her is a must. All of her sacrifices amount to more than the grains found in the spices she uses to cook. Her vitality has me shook. Having several generations of these mothers who put feet to concrete. They do not have to be discreet….

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Local Restaurants

Local Restaurants

Last year in 2021, when my best friend decided that she was ready for new experiences on the east coast, she and I decided to go to as many local restaurants as possible before she moved away. In our search for adventure trying new things, we found so many different types of locally owned restaurants, it just opened up my world. I am no foodie by any stretch of the imagination, but I do love new experiences and I love…

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Welcome!

Welcome!

Hello, My name is Xochi. I created this website to display my poetry. Personally, I love music. I enjoy singing and dancing around my house. It’s been very encouraging, inspiring and motivating getting to know my own city intimately and networking with like-minded people. Please enjoy your experience here!

SELF-CARE & SELF-LOVE

SELF-CARE & SELF-LOVE

So I want to start by saying congratulations to everyone that has realized that loving each other starts with loving ourselves. I was at a point in my life when I didn’t know what I truly liked, what I didn’t like, what made me smile or what made me disappointed. I had lived my life under the standards of others. I was the ultimate people pleaser. Anytime someone asked me what I wanted at a drive-thru, or restaurant, I wouldn’t…

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Poetry Reading

Poetry Reading

MONIKAHOUSE is a non-profit all-ages venue that provides a stage for all genres . Monday nights are their open mic night. A friend that I recently met said ” You should read your poetry on open mic night”. That lit a light bulb in my mind. Although I had some reservations because I am naturally nervous about getting on stage, I thought it would be enlightening experience. I want to thank all of my supporters, whether able to make it…

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