“Jayla’s Story” is a powerful and deeply personal journey of one woman’s resilience through lifelong pain, silence, and survival. From being bullied as a child and attempting suicide at just 10 years old—with parents who chose to ignore her cries for help—to growing up with undiagnosed and unsupported ADHD, Jayla was forced to navigate life without a guide, always questioning her worth. As she entered adulthood, she tried to create a better life by marrying and becoming a mother, but that too unraveled. Her husband used her lowest moments against her and won custody of their daughter, who now resents her. Left broken and misunderstood, Jayla battles feelings of defeat—but continues to rise. Despite the scars and setbacks, she still stands, still hopes, and still fights for herself. This story is not just about the pain—it’s about surviving it. Jayla is living proof that even in silence, even in darkness, a quiet storm can still find its voice.

Another Aak A Punk "Classic" - shared for free today! As I re-read these original AAP posts, I wonder about the people who sent them in. When this woman wrote in, she was in her floundering "After college, what now?" years, and worried that "in ten years" she would just be 10 years older and nothing would have changed or improved. That was back in 2008. Seventeen years ago. I still wonder - did she make the move? ...and is she happy?

I want to get back into writing. It's been years since I wrote anything that matters to me. I want to share whatever comes to mind, so please bear with me :) -Jay

I want to get back into writing. It's been years since I wrote anything that matters to me. I want to share whatever comes to mind, so please bear with me :) -Jay

In this entry, I go to Riverside Park to find some plants to interact with. They are Plaintain, Curly Dock, and more.

The next day, he started small. He collected discarded bottles and cans, the clinking sound in his bread bag a novel form of wealth. He learned the routes of the sanitation workers, anticipating their discards. The few coins he earned bought him stale bread and the occasional bruised tomato.

Conflicted thoughts on parenthood. Who am I without them? How do I raise them? Who will they become and does it even matter in the end if I do my best?

In recent years, social media platforms like TikTok have become powerful tools for spreading awareness and fostering communities. One such movement that has gained traction is the Dads Supporting Dads movement on TikTok.

This piece comes from a place of deep loneliness and the ache of feeling unloved even by those closest to me. Sometimes, when the silence gets too loud, I turn to fleeting escapes, hoping to forget the emptiness, if only for a moment. This poem is my way of giving voice to those quiet wounds, the hunger for connection, and the fragile hope that maybe, someday, someone will stay.

Work in progress: Woman paddles canoe with her curious kitten as I learn to create realistic AI scenes.

Style isn’t just about what you wear, it’s how you carry yourself. It’s the energy you bring into a room before you say a word. And the truth is, when your wardrobe aligns with who you are, everything feels more intentional. You don’t need dozens of outfits or designer labels to look put together. you just need a clear sense of what works for you. This guide will help you create a wardrobe that’s functional, elevated, and genuinely reflective of your identity.

A man, lost in thought, draws gently from his pipe—an image that feels pulled from memory, myth, or a dream. I used the magic of AI to bring him to life: blending prompts, light, and style until he quietly appeared.

A quiet escape, courtesy of AI and me. A peaceful moment, one frame at a time, Gentle rolling waves in sheer paradise.

She tried to drink out of a straw (and it went exactly how you’d expect). I tried making her look as human as possible and making the movements as organic as possible. Getting there.

Tarot Cards are intriguing...you mean to tell me that these cards hold the answers I'm looking for? We'll find out through a journey of not necessarily just spiritualism, but a journey of personal interpretation and self-discovery.

Eli hits rock bottom, lost and alone. After days of silence, he reaches out for help and takes his first step toward healing.

I began to write this years ago I didn't update any spelling or grammar to get the originally of it, I added on every now and again, I just finished it off. I wanted to make a book of my lifetime but I don't think anything interesting will come by for me to write.

there is little excuse for feeling uninspired for more than 3 days in a row. yes, maybe you stayed at home for a few days and didn't feel anything new or fresh, but what if I told you it's possible to be inspired by anything? cliché? maybe, yea. but true? without a doubt! there is beauty in the mundane, so much. (can you see it?)

You are not behind. You are not lost. You’re simply in the middle of your becoming. Read this when your path feels unclear.

Today invites stillness, silence, and soul-listening. With the number 7 at the helm, this is a day for spiritual recalibration and reflection. Step back from the distractions and lean into your inner sanctuary. Your truth is waiting in the quiet spaces between thoughts.