Shena Jones

“knowing your power
is what creates
humility.
not know your power
is what creates
insecurity.”
― Nayyirah Waheed, Salt

“Is she a writer too, ma?"

"No, honey. She's a lady who has lived life instead of writing about it.”
― Sonia Sanchez, Homegirls and Handgrenades

“i am a brutally soft woman.”
― Nayyirah Waheed, salt.

“If someone gives you permission, they can take it away. I give myself permission.”
― Lucille Clifton