My Friend

Daily writing prompt
Describe a man who has positively impacted your life.

I had a friend from my high school that definitely helped me become a better person. We got closer over the summer after we graduated. I will never forget him because he was able to stay such a positive person in a negative environment. Where we grew up wasn’t terrible but also wasn’t too great either. We had to deal with a lot of temptations and some danger too. I admired him because he was able to completely ignore all that stuff. Yet he still was popular in school and played basketball. He was active in his church and I never heard him use bad language. Just a really good person. Sadly he passed away when I was 19. I kept his number on my cell phone for years. That dude made an impact at such a young age. I will always miss & respect him. So rest in peace my friend Kendrick.

My other side is released

Daily writing prompt
What do you enjoy most about writing?

I enjoy writing my rhymes the most because it allows me to show my other side. This has become very important to the success of my personal life. As a young man I did not express myself well in negative situations. That put me in trouble with my friends family & the law. I have dark thoughts and I need to give them a space to be heard. Thats just the truth. I don’t know how else to put it and I’m not ashamed of it. People must feel the same way to a degree because I have people who listen. It also has given me ways to create. That is also very important. Money is a tool and being creative Is a way to achieve peace in my opinion.

I admire Writers

Daily writing prompt
What profession do you admire most and why?

I admire writers the most. I even enjoy writers that I don’t agree with on everything. I am a believer that you need different perspectives on life. We need that more in society. I like fantasy writers and non fiction. This art form is truly a miracle. Art itself is amazing.

Dogs

Daily writing prompt
Dogs or cats?

Dogs are truly your best friend. They are happy to see you and sad when you leave. The best animal I ever had was a dog. He was the sweetest dog but he was also very protective. He didn’t like wild animals in the yard. He was also very suspicious of people he didn’t know but he wasn’t aggressive. He would just politely get between me and the other person if he felt something was off. Great dog. He was a goofball for real and loved kids. It’s dogs for me.

Stop the Distractions

These days we have so many distractions. The news, social media, movies, shows, etc. Once you understand this it’s pretty amazing how much you can actually achieve. The news is nothing but negativity. Im not saying that the issues aren’t important but if we were being honest we know the news doesn’t provide healthy dialogue. Thats achieved with your peers and family. The shows on tv are distracting you from your goals! I removed all streaming services a couple years ago and we are doing just fine. We are getting things done around the house. Such as making our own garden and improving the yard. We have more time to workout and stay in shape. We talk more with our kids and each other. The world is always going to be crazy and messed up. I prefer to focus on my goals and what I can control which is my own life. Once you focus on your goals and personal growth the world doesn’t seem so negative. Remember control what you can control! Thats your own life. Constantly worrying about stuff you see on the internet is toxic and just a plain waste of time! Have a blessed day!