A RISE ABOVE

It's hard to see the truth about the people and things you love...

It's disappointing to have to put this on my blog for public eyes to see. It doesn't have as much to do with poetry as it has to do with being genuine...a genuine person, friend, and poet. For me it takes too much energy to be upset or unfocused. And as i realize that some are accustomed to mess and b.s...maybe to measure their importance or maybe to boost egos-either way to each its own-i have removed myself from it. I have always been true, humble, and most of all ME. With that I've always been a person to say what I mean, and mean what I say so please always feel free to be woman enough or man enough to address me with anything about me.

Neo has given me so much and I thank you, I owe no more than that. Though I was a poet before Neo, the poets there have either inspired me or hated me-I'm grateful because both have added to my growth, talent, and shine. Understand that nothing has or will deter me of my dreams and affair with poetry. So regardless if I have been recognized as a awesome poet, slam champ (backed by her venue), or just a woman with skills- anything I do or don't do will be because it is in Ebony's best interest. No one will look out for or have my back like I do.

And though I don't trust you enough to fully understand and feel my pain of being betrayed, I still love you as a venue, a poet, a soldier, a team, a friend, and a family. I will no longer allow you to make me happy, sad, or indifferent. You are no better than me and I am no better than you. I just hope that we can learn from our mistakes, love each other, agree to disagree (appropriately) and TAKE OVER THE WORLD (Lol I have to lighten the mood).

If you have ever witnessed me cry (not for weakness but as genuine) then take this as one of those sincere moments from my heart. I'll wipe your tears if you wipe mine.

Always,

Ebony