😬: Sometimes we crave a connection but let it die with restrictions. Afraid to take chances, but added way too many sequences. If I know anything about sabotage that’s how we let go of our feelings that was there. How do we better our bonds in life? Plant seeds, nurture, and grow?
Much respect and appreciation to the amazing fathers in the world. Happy Father’s Day. Just as moms are important, dads are important. Keep the family together. Let’s go.
A special day for the most special and the most important; mothers for this is how you arrived on earth and have life. Also if you found a mom that nurtured you whether biological or not, if you were able to have a mother you were blessed. 🥹.
I have nothing much to say, but I encourage you to kick your Friday night off the right way. A little sip of wine or water, whatever is your desire. Get the Apple TV or Netflix; you probably have that Amazon Prime (stop buying so much stuff). Get that blanket ready and, of course, the pillow. Make your Friday so sweet, for you will have to wait 7 days to get another.
I plan on catching up on some shows. I may slide an anime in there. No wine but water for me, but I have some tasty juice. So after it all, I will definitely hit the snooze in the morning.
I wasn’t a believer at first, But became well versed, When I escaped a path that was good, But certainly got worse, It felt like a curse, Living the life of bad mind, And the rat race, Working a 9-5, On full throttle, With no brakes,
These garbage ass distractions, The corrupted manipulation, More than just mere occasions, It’s everywhere, The world forcing us, To give in, Everyday, Day in and day out, Clouding our judgment, And worth, Birthing new norms, We never consented on,
Until we rip up these contracts, Being high off a little bit of contact, Of how freedom feels, Reading a book, Going for walks, Have real talks, With people that’s not mean, Paying off debts, Cashing higher checks, Investing into our dreams, Seeing a new baby laugh, Family dinners well planned, Is more reality than a dream,
How to believe is seeing the end goal, To believe is going tunnel vision, To the end zone, Touchdown, The essence of feeling free, You got to believe, Put the work in, Don’t stop, Until what they selling stay fake, But out of your face, All you see is what’s real, You happy, In control, With Memories, To celebrate with your team.
Believe, believe, and believe! You can be free and will be.
*Note: This poem was written as a straight free write. It came out exactly as expected. I love the message, and the delivery. I hope it inspires someone today. As I celebrate my annual freedom day, I am super proud of this piece.
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Wow, the countdown is real. The anticipation of a new year. The build-up is so wild. The conversations I shared, the people I met, the photos I took and didn’t take—the list is huge. All of this was happening, and I was happy. I mean, I had some bad days, trust me.
THE BAD DAYS
I always lost my vision; I almost lost a leg. But I am happy for my vision and ability to walk. 2023 was so real, as it really lost a lot of people. I saw a lot of people suffering. I saw a lot of people blocking their own blessings. I was so confused, but I could understand that life is tough.
The Good Days
The 5-6 soccer games I went to were an amazing feeling; to the highly focused bonding time I had with my brother and mother made the good shine a bit brighter. The simple things were the biggest part of 2023. Oh man, I was tested, but I stuck it out according to the plan I had. I had to be present—more present than I have ever been—and supportive. I was really challenged. I like a good challenge, but this was hard but rewarding. I don’t know if people can be happy with that. Oh yea, I blogged and wrote on my website the entire year, like every day. I know it’s not the 31st yet, but in a calendar year, 365 days. Completed. It’s now legendary; it took 12–13 years to complete, but look at God. wow.
Standout Words Of 2023
Planning Commitment Appreciation No Comprising Self Investing Relentless Learning Family Communication Value
The Milestones
I broke some records this year and started some very important new habits. I have a whole post for this. Click here.
A short version of milestones: – Invested into Stock more – Planned a few vacations – Celebrated myself more instead of just saying I knew I could do it. I did it, and respected that I really done it well for myself. – Posted 365 days on my blog. – Passed “515 days” writing. – Hit my Fitness Goal on my Apple Watch for “583 Days” straight. The biggest streak of my life.
Conclusion
2023 was tough, but I hang on in there. As the world was spinning out of control, I held my ground. I could pretty up words more, but I don’t want or need to. I made the best of every little grain I was given.
Let me know your thoughts. What words stood out for you in 2023?
Jixi Fox is a NYC Free Verse Poet, who writes free versepoetry, spoken word poetry, and haikus with storylines and lyrics. Jixi also produces music, sound compositions, and various forms of art, including canvas art, paintings, and portrait photography. Living in New York City, which is rich with inspiration from all walks of life, Jixi enjoys walks, coffee chats, and exploring the city and its very diverse cultures.
As life continues, so must we. Trust me, the journey never stops, even when things go pop. We are constantly reminded that the grind won’t stop, unless you do.
Each day we are given breath, we can create a memories. Work towards the longevity and legacy. Live your life sooner than later.
My mom is a funny and quirky person. It’s always good laughs and weird humor. I wonder if it’s her I get my very colorful character. Do you have a family member that you feel you take after?
My mom is can make 3 minute stretch to 2 hours easily. When you realize you having been talking for so long, you just to tell her it’s way past her bedtime. She needs to go to bed and not getting in trouble. lol. I know, this is really how me and her talk.
Money money money!!!! Oh lord my gosh 1 billion dollars. Okay let’s call it a billie, not billy like the goat, for in my area and town I would be the goat if I had a billion dollars.
Okay my answer is so relatively simple. How can I spend a bill in 10 steps or less.
Buy a few houses and properties. – ehhhh 30 million.
Hire all the right professionals to help keep the money I plan to keep and tax write off the ones I am fitting to give away. – ehhhh 3 million.
Donate to important charities and organization who may need help. – 50 million.
Pay off all my friends debts, cars, and houses. Say I have 15 close friends. You are welcome. ehhhh 20 million.
Same thing goes for 15 chosen family members, so family tends to be big. ehhh 30 million.
Invest tons of money…ehhh 500 million. (the interest on the money funds, the expenses of everything that can go wrong.
Buy Dream Car and House. – ehhhhh 1 million.
Travel and do a bunch of stuff, and investing in people, laugh lot, create a foundation, whatever foolishness left. ehhhh with the leftover of the millions I didn’t count.
