Posting

03 Mar 2009 2 Comments

by alesica in Ars Poetica, Check This!, Exhale Tags: , ,

I realize I’ve never posted anything here about me so this is going to be my first post of the day since it’s been a little while since my last posting.
Ms. Alesica Smith, known as the “Poetik Empress” to family and friends, resides in Wickliffe, Ohio, just outside of the Cleveland Metropolitan area. 
 
Having discovered her love for writing at a young age, Alesica  penned her first story called “The Duck Who Loved Rainbows” for a class project.  Having put her own dreams on hold for years as she tended to family and other personal obligations, Alesica became frustrated that she was unable to share her gifts with the world. 
 
Having overcome obstacles such as being hearing impaired, being labeled a slow learner during her early years as a child, and being told by a teacher that she could never learn another language because she could barely speak English, Alesica has compiled a book of poetry, Exhale: Words of tha Soul (Amani Publishing) that reflects the struggles, trials, and tribulations, that life often brings our way. 
 
As a “30-Something” woman, Alesica states that, “I am thankful that God has given me another chance to share what could be my greatest moment in life, with others!” 
 
Inspired by her three children and having almost lost her life to chronic asthma, Ms. Smith feels that all of her experiences in life have given her the strength to understand that life is too short and that writing helps her fulfill her goals and purpose in life, as well as the encouragement to pursue her other artistic talents that include drawing and painting. 
 
Alesica is happy to be able to pursue her dreams and she hopes that you will find inspiration in her words as she shares with you her life’s journey!
 
 

The Genius

10 Nov 2008 Leave a Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica, Check This! Tags: , , , ,

Well, since I don’t get deep into politics here is a video clip of Wil.I.am performing for Oprah upon Barack Obama’s win as the 44th president of United States. I didn’t put up a page congratulating our new president since there are so many people has already voiced that. So, with that said begin your day with a new beginning!

Poem of the day

01 Oct 2008 Leave a Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica, Check This!, Poem of the day Tags: , , , ,

I’ve decided to post a new poem from a new poetry author. She and I have the same publisher so I thought it would be nice to add some of her work here. Let me know what you think. Once my book is out I promise to share my work with you all.

Here’s an excerpt from the latest book titled, Like Whispers from Heaven, published by Amani Publishing. The title of the poem is, Little Black Girl by Carol R. Griffin. Be sure to check out her new book available at Amazon.com or Amanipublishing.net for only $12.00…

Little Black Girl

For so long I felt worthless

Because my thoughts and ideas didn’t count.

So I kept everything inside

Letting nothing come out.

I was looked down upon

Because of the way I dressed.

Yet I was told if you’re living

Then child you are blessed.

I held on to that thought by keeping it

In the back of my mind.

I knew that it had meaning

But to understand it would take time.

So many times I heard the words

Little Black Girl

Your smile is not pretty.

It would sound so rude and absurd.

As I grew up things were still the same.

I was filled with fear and felt so ashamed.

What do others think of me?

Why am I disliked so much?

What did I do wrong?

These questions I asked so many times.

Yet I never received answers

And still felt like crying.

Little Black Girl

You don’t have any friends

And we don’t want to play.

I’d drop my head and begin to cry

And just walk away.

Little Black Girl,

Your clothes aren’t good enough

And they don’t look like mine.

I’d shake my head and ask, “Why me?”

As tears filled my eyes,

Still I held on to the thought

Of being blessed by being alive.

So the more I was picked on,

The harder I strived.

This Little Black Girl

Was able to look up,

While being looked down upon,

I decided to push forward,

Endure the hardship, and be strong.

This Little Black Girl

Is blessed just to be alive.

So I cherish every moment

As I continue to strive.

“kanye-isms”

12 Sep 2008 1 Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica Tags: , ,

Well since my boy Kanye is in the news I thought I’d post a few of the things that this man has been successful at. See he in the spotlight right now for being sent to jail because he didn’t feel like being irritated that day by paparazzi. People need to realize that it should be some type of limitations to this cause sometimes you need your damn space! Heck, think about it if you minding your own business then somebody keep snapping damn pictures in your face and everytime that dang on flasher flashes in your eyes  you get to see all kinds of dots in your eyes  til’ you can focus again. Don’t get me wrong now, the situation probably could have been handled a little differently but, them paparazzi dudes need to know when to back off! So, anyway Kanye is human just like you and me and clearly the man wanted some peace we need to respect these celebrities need to have some time to themselves.  Hell they probably can’t even go to the bathroom without somebody peeking in. Heck, I get irritated when the kids are standing at the bathroom door calling “mommy” and they continuously knock until I finally answer. Think about it would you want to be followed everyday with flashers flashing in your eyes all day?

 1. Kanye’s book    2. Fatburger    3.Kanye travel ventures  4. Pastelle clothing line

COMMON

11 Sep 2008 Leave a Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica

 After making a name for himself in the music industry the man became unstoppable wearing hats of many faces. I admire his creativity through his words and his acting keeps me glued to the picture scene that sits in front of me. Setting the pace for his fans that watched him transform from artist, actor, and now entrepreuer. He’s a prime example of a role model for our kids who seek the inspiration of the arts.

COMMON also started the Common Ground Foundation, Hoping to make a difference in the lives of children. Giving them hope, love and a sense of self-esteem. With the goal of helping disadvantage youth’s in mind the foundation offers many services ranging from It’s “Be Empowered program” which focuses on confindence and respect for themselves it offers hands on creative expression, business skills and the learning about their overall mind and body wellbeing. The foundation also offers the read for change program focusing on reading illiteracy hoping to encourage children to read. Under this program a  book club was started called the corner and is available online.

Now, I’ve told ya’ this man wears many hats! He’s moved on into the fashion business! he has parnered with La Coppola Storta on his hat line, Soji, which is sold in its stores in Italy and New York City. Bringing hats back in style and adding an Sicilian twist to it’s flavor brings this hat to a whole new generation of the Paperboy. Upon finding out about his hats I come to think about my dad, his birthday is next month so I now know what my gift for him is gonna be! 

Ars Poetica

10 Sep 2008 Leave a Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica

 

Hey Everybody!

Anyone that knows me knows I love to read and write poetry. I can’t have a page if I didn’t acknowledge those that share that same feeling about the flow of poetic words put together and adds to that feeling of ease as you say and write them. I wanted to add Jill to my page because she’s a phenominal poet and she graces her music with a flow that will soothe the mind of it’s troubles. Jill has been filming in Africa working on the No. 1 ladies detective agency and won’t be back in the states until January! Thank God that Jill thought of the Butterfly bra! Alas! a solution for big uncomfortable breast lol and I am now a happy woman!

Family of soul

10 Sep 2008 Leave a Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica

I want to congratulate one of my favorite music groups on 10 years of marriage! They have a long lasting relationship filled with love and beautiful children. I absolutely love their music style and can’t wait to get their new album “The arrival” coming out on October 21, 2008!  There is not to many couple music groups now a days and it’s so weird how you can feel how much they love each other through their music. I love all types of music so don’t be suprised when you see a write up about a variety of music. So, my collection has a vibe for every occassion. So, for the latest info on Kindred please visit their site www.kindredthefamilysoul.com

The Floacist

10 Sep 2008 1 Comment

by alesica in Ars Poetica

Man oh, man did I love me some floatry and was said when they split they had a sound so unique and all their own. Well, now former member Natalie “the Floacist” Stewart is all out on her own doing her thing with the release of her solo album “Freedom xx ” to be released in early 2009. Stewart will be releasing a poetic and conceptual album “The offeringxx” as a preview to the “Freedom xx” album. I can’t wait to go and get this new poetic unique sound so that I can relax to something soothing and new as I ride the streets of Cleveland! I’ll be keeping an eye on what these girls are up to as they continue their careers on seperate paths. So check in soon to see what’s up with Natalie’s other half!!

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