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Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ev Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ever have. Kind. Supportive. Talented. Creative. Caring. Smart. Courageous. The list goes on and on. You’ve overcome so much in the past year, and I know that God’s plan for you is working. I love you more than words can say. ❤️❤️❤️
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And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On C And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane', is now available! It's the sequel to my first novel 'Christmas On Clermont Lane', and if you loved the first one, just wait until you read the sequel.

That makes it two novels in five months, and I must say that while I missed my original deadline in February, I am so excited to have this one finished. The support you all showed me during the first release made me warm and fuzzy and so many of you reached out and asked when the next one would be. Well, here you go!

You can purchase 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane' on Amazon Prime, available in paperback for $10.99 and $7.99 for the eBook/Kindle edition. If you'd like a signed copy, a limited amount of copies are available. Hit the link in my bio.

I cannot wait for you to read this one and let me know your thoughts. Jasmine and The Robinson Family are back---and this time, it's for keeps!
Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be here without the wisdom and strength of my praying grandmother who has poured into me for 46 years and counting. I am so thankful for her unconditional love and unwavering support. ❤️❤️❤️#internationalwomensday #womensday #womenshistorymonth
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On A Personal Note · January 21, 2021

I Can Exhale: The Promise of a New Day


I can now let out the long deep sigh that I've been holding for the last four years. A new day is arrived, and so has its promise.

I am an emotional wreck currently. Unlike four years ago when I was completely sullen and forlorn because I understood that dark days were ahead, my rollercoaster of emotions are positive ones–joy, love, pride, unity, and a sense of calm. I feel like for the very first time, I can exhale.

There’s new leadership in charge.

All day, I’ve been smiling and enjoying social media and it’s camaraderie around one common thread: hope. I saw the first woman to be sworn in as the second in command. The fact that Kamala is both a Black and Asian woman does not go unnoticed to me. I saw her take the oath of office, resplendent in her purple wares, the color of the result of red and blue being combined into one.

I saw her hand on the bible that belonged to Thurgood Marshall as she was being sworn in by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic and Latina member of the Court. I saw her husband beaming at her side with loving glances. I saw Joe Biden, the pride of Delaware and the once-second-in-command to my favorite President, step into the role he earned. I witnessed history as the world looked on at this truly remarkable changing on the guard.

I can now let out the long deep sigh that I've been holding for the last four years. A new day is arrived, and so has its promise.

I was at work, at my desk trying to do my job while watching this moment on my iPhone, doing everything I could to remain professional when on the inside, I wanted to squeal with glee.

This was an experience that I will always remember, always relish, and always look upon with fondness.

I feel lighter, freer, and optimistic. There’s so much work that has to be done—Covid is still running rampant and people are struggling financially. I know that it will take time for everything to get better, but now I can actually take solace in the fact that our new leadership will do the job they were hired to do. They are capable and rely on real experts, and I feel safer than I have felt in years.

Inaugural Poet Amanda Gorman said the words that we needed to hear, and it was like salve being applied to a festering wound that refused to heal. After one dose of compassion and dignity mixed with strength and look towards the future, she’s the elixir that we needed. Biden’s speech called for unity and a coming together as one and was well written and delivered, but Amanda spoke the words that I have been trying to express, but didn’t know how to.

I can now let out the long deep sigh that I've been holding for the last four years. A new day is arrived, and so has its promise.

Michelle and Barack were real-life royalty with a swagger and aura that captivates still to this day. Bernie sat on his chair with his mittens and unbothered looking like he wanted pop his head in, then leave, and unknowingly turned into meme central.

Lady Gaga sang brilliantly, J-Lo reminded us that she’s still Jenny from the block, and former presidents, VIP’s, and dignitaries looked with pride.

It’s been a long four years.

I know our problems won’t go away overnight and this new administration has some tough days ahead unraveling the mess they inherited. It won’t be pretty, but it’ll get done. We have to take it one day at a time.

There have been many days when I felt defeated, hated, disrespected, and disregarded, but today, I felt seen. I felt understood. I felt cared for through all of the pageantry and pomp and circumstance.

This is far from my usual blog post, as I haven’t sat down and shared my feelings on this site for awhile, but I couldn’t let this moment go without sharing my thoughts with you. The light at the end of the tunnel is not just a fantasy—there is a light in the far distance that blurry in the foggy night that shines. It’s a faint vision, but I see it.

I can now let out the long deep sigh that I've been holding for the last four years. A new day is arrived, and so has its promise.

I’m proud to be a Black woman. I’m proud that my kids won’t have to say “the first” anymore. Like Kamala said, “I may be the first woman in this office, but I will not be the last.”

Word to Kamala.

There’s a promise of a new day.

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P R O M. That’s the caption. P R O M. That’s the caption.
You done good, young lady. Now it’s time to soar You done good, young lady. Now it’s time to soar. 🎓#classof2022
Happy #NationalCollegeDecisionDay! Laylah is off Happy #NationalCollegeDecisionDay! 

Laylah is officially registered at St. John’s University and will begin her freshman year in August as a Public Relations Major. I’m so proud of her hard work and dedication—proud of the young woman that she has become.
Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is.. Dan Allow me to reintroduce myself. My name is.. 

Danyelle Little, the NEW Director of Marketing and Communications at @rungforwomen . Been sitting on this for a while—now it’s officially official. 🙌🏾
Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ev Happy 28th birthday to the best son a mom could ever have. Kind. Supportive. Talented. Creative. Caring. Smart. Courageous. The list goes on and on. You’ve overcome so much in the past year, and I know that God’s plan for you is working. I love you more than words can say. ❤️❤️❤️
And it’s official. Signed, sealed, delivered. Cl And it’s official. Signed, sealed, delivered. Class of 2026! 🙌🏾@stjohnsu #acceptedstudentday
Look for me in the Spring/Summer edition of St. Lo Look for me in the Spring/Summer edition of St. Louis Family Magazine—page 10 to be exact! I’m honored to be able to share a glimpse into my life as an author, Social Media Manager, and most importantly, a mom! 💕
And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On C And we have Book #2! My new novel, 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane', is now available! It's the sequel to my first novel 'Christmas On Clermont Lane', and if you loved the first one, just wait until you read the sequel.

That makes it two novels in five months, and I must say that while I missed my original deadline in February, I am so excited to have this one finished. The support you all showed me during the first release made me warm and fuzzy and so many of you reached out and asked when the next one would be. Well, here you go!

You can purchase 'A Wedding On Clermont Lane' on Amazon Prime, available in paperback for $10.99 and $7.99 for the eBook/Kindle edition. If you'd like a signed copy, a limited amount of copies are available. Hit the link in my bio.

I cannot wait for you to read this one and let me know your thoughts. Jasmine and The Robinson Family are back---and this time, it's for keeps!
Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be Happy International Women’s Day. I would not be here without the wisdom and strength of my praying grandmother who has poured into me for 46 years and counting. I am so thankful for her unconditional love and unwavering support. ❤️❤️❤️#internationalwomensday #womensday #womenshistorymonth
I was pregnant at 17. Had my son at 18. Struggle I was pregnant at 17. 
Had my son at 18. 
Struggled all throughout my 20’s and mid-30’s financially and professionally.
Married. Had a daughter. 
Took five years to graduate from college.
Started my own business by blogging about being a working mom.
Divorced. 
Found my way after a few changes in direction. 
Wrote my first book.
Became a social media powerhouse. 
Wrote my first novel. 
Now I’m the mom of a 27 and 18 year old. My son is going after his dreams and my daughter will start college in the fall. 
I’m still here. Still growing. Still thriving. Still learning. 
I’m proud to be a woman who has managed to conquer my goals, my vision, my purpose. 
Happy International Women’s Month to all of you who are doing the same. This is our time!

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