Thursday Murmurings
Nikki Giovanni, Armchair Expert and remembering your power
Happy Thursday, ya beauties!
Kicking it off this week with the sad news of the passing of legendary US poet, educator and activist, Nikki Giovanni. She was 81 years old. What a life she lived and what a legacy she has left behind. I think this quote from her poem ‘Quilts’ seems apt:
I grow old though pleased with my memories
The tasks I can no longer complete
Are balanced by the love of the tasks gone pastI offer no apology only
this plea:When I am frayed and strained and drizzle at the end
Please someone cut a square and put me in a quilt
That I might keep some child warmAnd some old person with no one else to talk to
Will hear my whispersAnd cuddle
near
I think Ms Giovanni will be part of many quilts for years to come.
May she rest in peace.
Things that caught my eye this week
Well, more specifically, caught my ear, I suppose. I really enjoyed this episode of Armchair Expert with Lisa Kudrow as the guest. They have a really interesting, honest conversation about ageing that is highly relatable.
Worth checking out.
Food for thought
I hope when doubt rears its head, confidence screams louder. I hope you’re able to flood your brain with your rolodex of proof, receipts, testimonials, all the evidence that you can, you will, you HAVE overcome whatever the obstacle is. Your track record is sublime. Stop lying to yourself, stop wasting time pretending you don’t have what it takes. You do. You always have. Now, go get ‘em, tiger.
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Your weekly Biggie Smalls (p)Update
This week, Biggie wants to remind you to be silly. You’ve earned some silliness, some lighthearted tomfoolery, some throw-caution-to-the-wind nonsensicalness. Crack some silly jokes, do those ridiculous dance moves, take the dare in Truth or Dare, bust a gut laughing. We’re here for a good time, not a long time babes.
Until next week; smile at strangers, spread good vibes, be nice to people.