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Can a Tiny Move Improve my Intention to Write?

(-a repost from a writing class.) Dear Truth Writers, What a wonderful class we had last night. The laughs on your remote screens were contagious. Well, we are here – ready to take on a project of sorts – a commitment to writing with ourselves, nailing an idea of what our creative project can be and simply giving ourselves the needed time to commit to writing one thing at time. I’ve listened to…

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Savor your treats and friendships. One small bite at a time. Eat a cannoli and get back to work. #workingawayfromhome https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp7y1U4O5Li/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Thank you friends for the bday wishes. I’m celebrating all year. This is the best selfie I got for you today. I’m tired of looking at myself. 🥰❤️#mybdaytruth https://www.instagram.com/p/CiQRPVRpL3A/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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20 Discoveries I Made During COVID-19 Home Isolation

20 Discoveries I Made During COVID-19 Home Isolation

Two years ago seems like ages ago, but somehow these lessons (found from an old blog post) remind me of what’s important and still relevant in 2022. The past always leaves clues. ~Dionna Griffin-Irons I never realized that my hubby and I were doing “Drive-by Parenting” with our children until we spent 24 hours together. Staying home gives us the time to have longer conversations, fix table…

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My life mantra in a class for undergrads and grads. Love this work. #whyiteach #lifemantra https://www.instagram.com/p/ChtPBZ-ugC6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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This man, this life. Happy bday to the man gave me “Irons.” We kicked off his year on Wednesday. #hubbybday #theatrecouple #otherhalf https://www.instagram.com/p/CgUrL4muaEF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Sending nothing but LOVE your way https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ-h508p3Tg/?utm_medium=tumblr

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New Year cheers to surrounding yourself with friends who elevate you and raise your game. Sending ❤️to Jandiz. #creativemommaexec #womeninaction https://www.instagram.com/p/CYa1VdCBpsD/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Truth memory: When I decided to tell the story of my tumultuous 20’s I wrote a play bringing all the characters to life on stage - the sugar daddy crook, the women I met in Kentucky, and the good cop/bad cop who tested my faith. Writing the story unlocked everything. Story gave me permission to use everything. All of us have story and journey worth telling. The writing continues....#flasbackfriday #thefreedomshow #tellyourtruth #summerwriting #writenow https://www.instagram.com/p/CPuNmYVp6HW/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Flashback Friday - When I decided to tell my truth I write a play and made the characters in my life that affected my world come to life. Writing about your life and seeing yourself as a character opens the door. #tellingyourtruth #writenow #summerwriting https://www.instagram.com/p/CPuLnYUpadM/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Gratitude to the author, Eric Carle whose colorful pics, words and insects filled our bedtime rituals for many years with our sons. These treasures lulled all of us to sleep. #gratitudeandtruth Eric Carle age 91 https://www.instagram.com/p/CPauyDaJLBU/?utm_medium=tumblr

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This is not my tattoo. This the new tattoo of my 70+ Mom. My Mom will forever be braver than me and always a diva. #truthofmymom https://www.instagram.com/p/CPOT6d5JRtp/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Tonight I’m playing some Hip-prov with a fun crew with a lot of Detroit love. 730 ET- 630CT. #improvforlife https://www.instagram.com/p/CPBvnSeJ16U/?utm_medium=tumblr

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My beloved Mom who chose to give me life at age 19 by leaving college at UCLA. She called home and my Grandpa said, “Bring that baby home. “ #myMomstruth That 19 year old is my rock and pillar of strength. She’s hanging tough with my 93 year old Granny. ❤️❤️❤️ https://www.instagram.com/p/COp3EoLJmtg/?igshid=4kt6hq0gcgat

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Truth #2 and 3 - Own and celebrate your beauty, intelligence and talent because it’s yours! No one can take it away from you. You are imperfectly perfect - without makeup and the facade. Be authentic and originally you. #sansnomakeup #tellingyourtruth #inclusionstories #dionnagriffinirons https://www.instagram.com/p/CK1yyihpf28/?igshid=9dvec0kvs1fo

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Truth Alert: Twenty years ago, my life changed. I had no idea the lessons I learned in a small confines of a cell would be the Life stories and wisdom I would draw from to shape my creative journey and career as a mother and WIA - Woman IN Action. What I didn’t know, the universe and God knew. Excited to start this personal series with Story Studio and future Launches - because all of us have truth tales. This is our true freedom. DM to start a conversation or see more info in bio. #payitforwardwithtruth #truthtales #inclusionjourney https://www.instagram.com/p/CFfVGsAJJGE/?igshid=cq2s13suavm9

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I couldn’t be more proud of this talented BHM cast and crew at Second City. They push buttons and make folks laugh and think simultaneously. One more inclusive show for the books. #blackhistorymonthatSecondCity (at UP Comedy Club) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8eSeUvpl8P/?igshid=1s6t7slpmq28c