Edify Write

Writing to uplift, inspire, and grow

memories

July 15, 2026

Poem: “Things Like This”

Sticky citrus juice splashed on cheeks while biting an orange Barefeet on asphalt A summer’s day Parents watching from the front porch as we play Catching creamy ice cream with our tongues It’s the things like this That helps us stay Children and laughter Warm baths at night Bible stories in the kitchen And PJs… Continue reading

Poetry

inspirational, life, Poetry, Writing, Reading, original, creative writing, memories, childhood, nostalgia, feel good
May 11, 2026

Nonfiction Short Story: “Dreams”

Do you remember? We didn’t realize the better waiting for us during our becoming. We hoped and dreamed, but we didn’t know what life would truly be like on the other side of childhood. Remember? We played “Dolls.” In the backyard. In the basement. In the kitchen. Molly, Julie, Abigail, and Liberty. They were our… Continue reading

Short Stories

childhood, coming of age, creative writing, dreams, growth, inspirational, life, memories, motivational, nonfiction, original, Reading, reality, reflections, short story, Writing
June 6, 2025

The Joy of Right Now: The Gift We Forget While Remembering the Past

My journals from the past seven years are stacked in front of me. I pick one from 2019 and flip through its pages, cringing at my terrible handwriting. Were my biggest concerns back then really just completing my math lesson and practicing my ballet and tap dances? Was I really that young, innocent girl who… Continue reading

Life Reflections

change, creative writing, future, gift, growth, happiness, inspirational, journaling, life, memories, moments, motivational, original, past, present, prose poetry, reflection, remembering

About Me

I’m a creative writer, attentive reader, and constant daydreamer. At the age of eight, I found a love for storytelling and discovered the power of words. I began writing novels with motivational themes. Although the scope of my writing has changed since then, I still seek to uplift people’s spirits through the art of words.

memories

Poem: “Things Like This”

Nonfiction Short Story: “Dreams”

The Joy of Right Now: The Gift We Forget While Remembering the Past