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12 Months of Gratitude…Looking Back Over My Life in 2022
I need to have more moments of gratitude so I can stay within this mindset of peace. When I look back over this year, all I can see is the beginning of some big things in the making. My faith is not dependent on my present circumstances but focused on what’s to come. I made… Continue reading
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I Make Peace (Short Poem)
Goodbye to the pain of old Signing off from the corrupt memories No more condescending the path to healing Looking past the replaying of what’s been done I’m done with foolishness of what’s behind me Moving toward the peace right in front of me -ShuCora Walker, ©️2022 To keep peace is to “hold on”, but… Continue reading
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Say…..”It’s Over”
The past relationship did not work out. So why am I still talking about? You left that job three years ago. So why are you still complaining about what happened? That toxic group of friends fell off a long time ago. So why are you still posting about it? What I am learning to do… Continue reading
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What If I Can Move On (Poem)
A new day always starts when I open my eyes Yesterday’s opportunities have past; Today new ones arise Did I subject myself to be trapped in yesterday’s lies? Or did I ignore the freedom that comes with saying GOODBYE As I watch the world in constant movement…one thing is proven You’re always moving….Go forward in… Continue reading
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Connect the Lines
For the dreamers that drew out the plan Birthed from the envisioned imagination of your hands The doubts of the “dots” turned into lines of “promise” Promise to execute the vision of an unselfish heart On this Earth, I was handcrafted to make my mark No more empty voids but connecting the vision to start… Continue reading
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At My Highest (Short Poem)
Future plans locked…This is what I foresee Shaking off petty offenses…Blowing past opposition Looking up to my Help….Higher heights (He’s there) Refuse to quit in the storm….Overcomers keep going on Giving my best to all around…. No longer afraid of the crowd No time to look down….Focused soaring high off the ground -ShuCora Walker, ©2022… Continue reading
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Flourished (Short Poem)
In awe of the beauty I am beholding The thorns of hardship have fallen off The weeds of terror are officially cut off The season of revealing has come I have grown into a magnificent rose What used to move me…..no longer grows -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 The agenda for this week is to spark a… Continue reading
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Ending Chapter (Poem)
Today I draw the lineBetween my past and my futureBurning the cords connected to what’s behind meCutting off every memory that haunted meFor years I placed my freedom in the hands of my pastBut I am tired of consoling the “old me”Finally I am taking back the key to unlock the future before meToday I… Continue reading
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Forgiveness is Closure
It’s necessary to move on. It’s necessary to let go. But you only need YOU to do that…. Forgiveness is a personal choice. I do not need the other person to forgive or move forward. I can choose to let go. It’s true that some apologies that you will never get, but you have to… Continue reading
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#truthtalks (Short Poem)
I enjoy the conversation of truth. Not hiding secrets but revealing the roots Confide only in the “truthful” not the whisperers To be open and honest….need more than just listeners My freedom comes from my vocal release Telling the truth allows me to become Free -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 So this week, I’m choosing three poems… Continue reading
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Here Are Your Flowers (Short Poem)
I was confronted with fear…you helped me to let go I was surrounded by doubt….you pushed me to move on Some seek a crowd but I live for that ONE encouraging voice While others crave the validation….I push beyond the box I will play my part in this world as a “shining light” Because you… Continue reading
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Say It (Short Poem)
My voice is not muffled….I’m through with the tears I come out from behind the shyness of intimidation Allowing my words to roar against the pushback I will not deny the truth but allow truth to change me No more silence. No more whispering. No more hiding. Say what needs to be said…..“Let authenticity bring… Continue reading
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Open Book (Short Poem)
My picture is more than a thousand words… And a thousand words can’t tell the whole story Some things were lovely…others were dirty But I live for truth not a “picture-perfect” moment My life lessons are jewels to give…. No shame. No fear.….this is my story -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 One of the reasons that I… Continue reading
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Gone With It (Short Poem)
No trace…..no case….this is my race The stories the Past write …..they’re out of my sight Fear wanted me to stay…..courage told me to disobey Are you afraid to leave….for higher places to cleave My eyes can’t go backwards….only forward from the disaster The Old…..no clinging…only winning in this season -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Good morning!… Continue reading
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Focus
I am not like everyone else. And guess what?….YOU ARE NOT EITHER. What would this world be like if each and every person live up to the expectations tailored to their destined life? What would your life be like now or even your future if you chose to focus in on YOUR PURPOSE? Focus almost… Continue reading
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To the Haters….Or Whatever (Short Poem)
Today is not the day….future-locked Time has not afforded me to stop Why pay attention to an invisible plea.. From an individual with a destiny just like me We all must choose to make something of life Either look above the noise or entertain the strife…. -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Good day, peeps! Starting off this… Continue reading
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“Take Up Your Bed and Walk”..#faithtalk
Do we listen when truth speaks or pretend to listen and go about our day? Are we really seeking change or another excuse to stay stuck? When Jesus spoke those words to the lame man, it became a significant turning point in that man’s life. No longer will he live under excuses but walk in… Continue reading
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Me vs. Me
I feel that there is a certain type of relief when you decide to do something for YOU. Not doing it to prove anything to anyone or doing it out of routine but acknowledging the fact that you must take ownership of YOUR OWN LIFE. With any type of accountability comes a level of examination.… Continue reading
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Truth Only. (Poem)
I’m tired of the makeup… No more covering up the lies Where is the truth…..why do it hide? What’s wrong with facing the light… Beholding the truth in order to rise Rise from the hidden bondage in my life Breaking off rejection, shame, guilt…..no more lies I don’t need the butterflies…..just need to open my… Continue reading
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The Ones Who Do (Poem)
Congrats to the ones that started…and finished Cheers going up for the ones that overcame the challenge Defeat was far from your mind because you chose to run on… Fear is what everyone encounters….but who will rise above it? The race is not given to the fastest….OBSTACLES CAN OUTRUN YOU Nor given to the strongest….TRIALS… Continue reading
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“Mom, I Love You” (Short Poem)
Each day with you brings a new story Appreciation comes from the growth experienced… You are the sunshine in the “not so pretty” moments Grateful to God for the grace of being your mother No gift or kind gesture could ever outweigh these repeated words… “Mom, I love you” said from you…..even when it’s not… Continue reading
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Be Free (Poem)
What is freedom? Not to be bound by the lies I believed This is hardship to be blinded by these The truth is hidden from those who dare not seek That allow their heads to hang low as they repeat… “The truth hurts!” as so the lies they chose to eat Freedom is what? The… Continue reading
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“To Feel” Or “TO BE”
It’s good to take a pause and just breathe. Life can become really hectic, but you have to always remember to STOP, and check in with yourself. Sometimes we are not allowing ourselves to see the inner pain or pressure that is hidden within waiting to burst out at the wrong time in our lives.… Continue reading
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Light in the Dark (Short Poem)
The glow inside of me cannot be hidden Shining bright to the dark around me When evil dares to unleash its vengeance I open my mouth to release my Father’s message No one left behind….is the mission granted I care to be the one who stands for Truth…forever -ShuCora Walker, © 2022 Continue reading
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Scars Can Be Lessons
Our scars can be lessons. I make that statement because it’s always up to the person on how they will use their scars in life. Either the person will learn from them or die from them. Sometimes we feel that our bad choices in life cannot be used to give hope to someone else. The… Continue reading
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I Shine (Short Poem)
You can say I am a “diamond in the rough” Waiting to be uncovered and discovered in this Earth Despite the dirt hiding me…I still shine beneath My diamond never went dull but splattered by insecurities Mislabeled by life’s enemies; Scorned by misguided envy But the truth is my shine will never stop glowing in… Continue reading
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The Rebel (Short Poem)
I plan the days for when I will strike Dropping missiles of freedom-fused poetic words on the culture Annihilate the misconceptions birthed by society about our life stories Blasting the critics with my unfailing resistance Will not conform to a quiet chicklet dancing to the beat of compromise I stand against the plans of the… Continue reading
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I Am A Woman (Poem)
I have been bruised by the words of others But my brokenness is beautiful And the beauty speaks louder than hurt I have been boxed in by worldly and religious standards But my uniqueness is legendary And the legend is GOD-PLANNED not made by man I have been called negative things that almost destroyed me… Continue reading
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Human Stories (Short Poem)
Can you tell me your journey – the path you chosen….. Share with me your ups and downs –Tell Me YOUR STORY What highlights can you reveal to encourage….. What low points can you show so I can encourage…. We sometimes falter because we do not know each other Outside the conflict, we may share… Continue reading
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Poetry Has A Voice……
The conversation between the heart and the soul births poetic art. This month, I will be sharing some poetic expressions to celebrate this beautiful language of poetry. Poetry has a way of speaking to the heart that prompts change, curiosity, tears, joy, and even healing. I also look at writing poetry as a challenge to… Continue reading
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Bridges Burning (Short Poem)
We do not have a house BUT ASHES We cannot repair a wreck but accept the accident There is no looking back to scorched memories Our paths have diverted into opposing directions You chose conflict; I choose peace So goodbye to the old life that tried to killed ME…. -ShuCora Walker, © 2022 The wonderful… Continue reading
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Burning Faith (A Short Poem)
I cannot be silent when the world shouts louder Refuse to hide in the shadows and bow to mediocrity Why straddle the fence when you can only be on one side? It’s black and white but I decide where to draw the line… On the other side, I lived the ugliness of a compromised life… Continue reading
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No More ‘Lazy’
How would your life be if you ACTUALLY TOOK YOURSELF SERIOUSLY? That question is not just for you, but for me too. I rarely take the time to really sit and wonder how my life could be if I put forth the necessary effort to maximize every bit of potential that was within me. This… Continue reading
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Purpose (Short Poem)
I dare not waste today on the meaningless I aim to go after the highest given for this One Day The best use of my time; The best use of my mind I cannot stare in the void with no vision before me I cannot surrender minutes to disastrous procrastination My life is not a… Continue reading
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Second Chances
First, I want to say that I am soooo relaxed at the moment. At the beginning of this week, I took my first ever SOLO TRIP! Of course, not everyone is up to this type of traveling, but I enjoyed spending time with just me. I truly believe we need those me moments. We need… Continue reading
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Turn the Page (Short Poem)
Are we reading too much into past occurences Or are we stuck on the pain that transpired Sometimes ONE chapter in life can grab your attention While better chapters are awaiting your vision Is there more to the story lived…or a refusal to live out the rest? Cannot experience the glorious ending…..until I read past… Continue reading
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I AM….(A Short Poem)
I am the seed….that was buried under life’s expectations I am sprouting up from the dirt…. allowing the roots of my dreams to settle Time has come to reveal the hidden beauty Let the rain shower new growth all over me I am confident of my glow…persistent to grow I am emerging myself within my… Continue reading
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My Next Chapter: “No More Lonely”
For this post, I wanted to share an excerpt from a section in Chapter 6 (BE WISE) of my book “BE” that focused on BEING WISE WITH MY RELATIONSHIPS. Let me confess one thing. One of the things that hurts my heart deeply is to see people, (and even myself), hook up with people that… Continue reading
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I Trust (A Poem)
This is my prayer…Lead me to peace No defying the “peaceful engagements”… Burning the cords to “peaceless” connections No rushing into circles of commonality Binding my covenant with “fitted” individuals No orchestrating long term stories with dysfunction Allowing myself to move on from past’s poison Peace in my direction….My prayer for today -ShuCora Walker, ©2022… Continue reading
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Emotions (Short Poem)
Entering a zone of warring minds Happiness staples the smile of “Being Alright” Anger hammers the trauma to my memory Sadness ejects tears of misunderstanding Joy……interrupts the flow of mindless moods Feeling the push from living in feelings -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Continue reading
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Morning Grace
Good morning to all the lovely people out there reading this right now…(or later in the night LOL…hey everyone is not a morning person). I wanted this post today to be like a warm cup of coffee or hot tea (or whatever you prefer in the morning) for your soul, mind, and spirit. Today, I… Continue reading
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Broken Stories (A Short Poem)
When I look at my broken mirror…I SEE YOU The same tears. The same decisions. I AM YOU. No room for misplaced judgment….I HURT LIKE YOU. We all have stories that need real redemption Not pointing fingers or dismissing feelings Thankful for the Savior that brings beauty to broken pieces… -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Good morning… Continue reading
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I Rest..(A Short Poem)
As I take in your breathe of Love… I’m reminded that my troubles You stand Above The Sound of Victory soothes my ears… I hear the harmonic sounds of your Joy and Salvation What can I say in the midst of life’s catastrophic I rest in You…Lead me to Your Peace -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 When… Continue reading
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My Next Chapter: NO MORE COMPARISIONS
If I can tell my younger self one thing…it will be “Don’t miss your treasure”. The tragedy of comparison is that it causes you to miss out on YOUR OWN LIFE. I understand how powerful social media can be, but I also understand how powerful the MIND can be as well. Whatever you meditate on… Continue reading
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Shattered Norm (A Short Poem)
Admiring the pretend-ness…adoring the distorted picture Never seeking higher…..but settling in the norm Soon truth hits my identity….and erupts my comfort zone As I start to evolve, I quickly hear…. Come on back to normal But normal has moved on… -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Happy Tuesday! Recently, I celebrated my 33rd birthday, and it was wonderful!… Continue reading
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Fingerprint (A Short Poem)
Originally planned Strategically placed Divinely engaged Wonderfully made No one can replace My identity….un-erased -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Refuse to be a copy….BE THE ORIGINAL… Continue reading
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Colors (A Short Poem)
Different shades….different kinds White, blue, orange, red….harmonically intertwined Open eyes to the world around… Viewing a moving masterpiece of humankind No two is alike….No one has a genuine copy Green, purple, yellow, brown….Let your difference shine -ShuCora Walker, ©2022 Happy Thursday!!! This piece of poetic inspiration is to remind us how different we truly are,… Continue reading
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Today I Take Control….
On today, I had a beautiful conversation with my wise mother. I was on the phone with her discussing “parental woes”, because raising children especially on your own do come with challenges. As I was expressing myself to her, she reminded me of how much control I actually have when it comes to certain situations.… Continue reading
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No Bars (A Short Poem)
Some say raise the bar so you can reach up Others say lower the bar so you can put down Reaching up to push beyond the perfection Putting down to avoid the work behind successes But I say….shatter the bar and lose the limitations Setting the bar limits how far I can go… ….Let me… Continue reading
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Make New Memories….#shortnote
Regret is a beast, because it relentlessly tries to tear any bit of faith or hope that you may have for a better future. I am in my mid 30s and finally came to the realization that I have a choice to either live in regret or move on with my life. I may have… Continue reading
About Me
Hi..My name is ShuCora Walker. No, I am not the woman in the picture, but my words represent people like her. People who love good conversations. People who enjoy sharing their life stories. People who tell the truth to not only inspire but to heal, learn, and grow. I have been writing since my preteen years and found peace in letting my heart bleed out on the paper through my words. The focus of my writing has always been to share stories of triumph, struggles, and faith because God is the reason why I write. I remember at one point that I wanted to take my life, but God deemed it not to be because He still had a purpose for my life. Now, I am using my words to share my life journey so others can learn from it. Yes, one day I plan to open up this platform to other writers so we can continue to learn from different experiences of life. So, this is a space for anyone seeking to live a life of real freedom and enjoy some good moments along the way…
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