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Hello 25, let’s see what you have in store for me. March 11, 2023 🥳🧁 https://www.instagram.com/p/CpsGGOlrna8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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The Red Rose- A Short Film

I wrote this short for my screenwriting class as my final semester script. It got me a 99 so i'm proud of it

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My Hair

My Hair, a creative non-fiction essay I worked on this past couple months and I decided to add it to my portfolio. Some details have been changed or exaggerated, but this essay is true. Hope you enjoy reading.

Sometimes I wake up wanting to shave my head. I do not actually cut it or anything, but I do stare at it. At its volume and length, I go through the catalog in my head of all the styles I would possibly want to do that day. Whether I want it to be cute and neat or wild and edgy. Twist it, braid it, wet it, or just leave it. When I style my hair, my arms get so tired because there is so much of…

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Granddad

Today is my birthday and 3 years ago today, I lost my grandfather. Today I'm posting the poem I wrote and recited at his funeral to my writing portfolio. Happy 23rd Birthday to Me. Granddad, I miss you and love you!

Dedicated to Lester Hubbard January 19, 1947 to March 11, 2018 You introduced me to black Santa. Him and his wife would be among the Christmas tree, with their candles creating this fascinating glow.You are the reason I don’t know how to play billiards.  Because when I was little, you let me take the stick and knock all the balls in, just so I could win.Which is why I never play with my…

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To: Me From: Me 🥳🎉🎂🎈🎊 https://www.instagram.com/p/CMR782KAjvx/?igshid=8bhbuvuvzidx

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Tattoos

Cop cars, bumper to bumper traffic, and being stuck in the car with my ex-boyfriend is why I fucking hate Atlanta traffic. I mean don’t get me wrong, Atlanta will forever be my city but Marta is my ideal mode of transportation, I don’t drive for this specific reason. There were flashing blue lights lining the side of the highway.  “Looks like we’re going to be here a while. What time is your…

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And Happy Holidays 🍾 https://www.instagram.com/p/CJOYzHKAfZn/?igshid=13zu4bgq2qaod

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Merry Christmas 🎁 https://www.instagram.com/p/CJOYrSOg4c3/?igshid=a3ssdvl3h9a0

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Magical ✨🌹✨🌹 (at Atlanta Botanical Garden) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIrfe3uAcZM/?igshid=1bd1kbj0in8mg

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Le fantôme de l'Opéra 🌹🥀 #happyhalloween #halloween #thephantomoftheopera #blackgirlmagic https://www.instagram.com/p/CHBrPkgAa4O/?igshid=14rw9vrl6gq8g

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What does Simon mean to me? Simon Vs. came out in one of the most trying times for me. I was 17, a junior in high school, I'd just come out to my friends and I was dealing with so much mentally and emotionally. Simon was there when I needed him most. I related to him and his story, it was like gaining a new best friend and his story touched me. I related to Simon from our love of Oreos (I still want to visit Shoreo) to our love of theatre and practically everything else. Little did I know only a few months later, my life would mirror Simon's story in some ways. I'm glad that he was able to be there and help me through those moments. This book has basically opened the door for me in my online bookish community. This book has brought me amazing friends in the bookish community, it's helped me discover more LGBTQ+ books, it was my first signed ya book ever which then lead to more signed books, this book has been my absolute heart. Then came Molly, who just became a complete cinnamon role to me and for a moment made me interested in crafting, then came Leah who is one of the baddest bi girls I've ever read and honestly I would start a band with. These characters brighten my mood . I can go to these books for comfort, for joy, and for all the feels. They taught me it's ok to be myself and that even if I have to constantly re-discover myself and what I want, that's ok. This world has been with me for about 5 years now and I'm so happy I discovered these books and @beckyalbertalli who I love supporting and seeing and who really was just that sunshine for me in some of my darkest days and continues to be. I'm excited to read Love, Creekwood and visit these characters one more time. I'm excited for what comes next and I'm looking forward to it. #thankyoualbertalli Love, Erica 💖💜💙❤️🏳️‍🌈 https://www.instagram.com/p/CCE0c2RgHXN/?igshid=5kl01qmbi9jx

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What does Simon mean to me? Simon Vs. came out in one of the most trying times for me. I was 17, a junior in high school, I'd just come out to my friends and I was dealing with so much mentally and emotionally. Simon was there when I needed him most. I related to him and his story, it was like gaining a new best friend and his story touched me. I related to Simon from our love of Oreos (I still want to visit Shoreo) to our love of theatre and practically everything else. Little did I know only a few months later, my life would mirror Simon's story in some ways. I'm glad that he was able to be there and help me through those moments. This book has basically opened the door for me in my online bookish community. This book has brought me amazing friends in the bookish community, it's helped me discover more LGBTQ+ books, it was my first signed ya book ever which then lead to more signed books, this book has been my absolute heart. Then came Molly, who just became a complete cinnamon role to me and for a moment made me interested in crafting, then came Leah who is one of the baddest bi girls I've ever read and honestly I would start a band with. These characters brighten my mood . I can go to these books for comfort, for joy, for all the feels. They taught me it's ok to be myself and that even if I have to constantly re-discover myself and what I want, that's ok. This world has been with me for about 5 years now and I'm so happy I discovered these books and @beckyalbertalli who I love supporting and seeing and who really was just that sunshine for me in some of my darkest days and continues to be. I'm excited to read Love, Creekwood and visit these characters one more time. I'm excited for what comes next and I'm looking forward to it. #thankyoualbertalli Love, Erica 💖💜💙❤️🏳️‍🌈 https://www.instagram.com/p/CCE0CqtAVJe/?igshid=1nrjt8mrs5z94

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Today I turn 22, woohoo 🥳 🎂 Happy birthday to me! https://www.instagram.com/p/B9l8oAsATYM/?igshid=1hpk530qfabmu

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#internationalwomensday https://www.instagram.com/p/B9fK11YAF9i/?igshid=1jxqprlp1lwud

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Celebrate black history and black futures. Everyday and Every month. #blackhistorymonth #bookstagram #yabooks #booksbyblackauthors #bookworm #books #wellreadblackgirl https://www.instagram.com/p/B8OwVDZALTP/?igshid=1jsf83h6jvk8i

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So far all I can read this month is short stories and poetry, that’s including my required reading for my writing classes. #bookstagram #booknerd #headsofthecoloredpeople #shortsories #writers #blackgirlwriters #epicreads #bookrecommendations https://www.instagram.com/p/B7R5grQgm7G/?igshid=1v0xftplu90z5

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First week back at school and I’m already tired af. I don’t know how I’m going to survive this semester but as long as I have time to write AND read all the books on my TBR this year, I can bear it. #bookstagram #writing #reading #books #epicreads #fulldisclosurebook #wellreadblackgirl #blackgirlwriters https://www.instagram.com/p/B7KE1AzgEOa/?igshid=1qvjrkl0a1xax