JTF
MY JOURNEY TO PUBLICATION
It is 8:09am and I finally stood after the second snooze on my alarm. In my inbox, there is a note from Terry, he sent the final cover...
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JTF
- Aug 13, 2021
- 2 min
A Writer's Process
He entered the room, the surfaces trying to hide under a coat of dust slowly coming to life. Stone counters remained as cold and dark as...
JTF
- Aug 11, 2021
- 7 min
Meeting
A stranger Rendez-Vous
JTF
- Jul 25, 2021
- 1 min
Mother's Love
Mother’s Love This poem is inspired by “The Gift” from Li Young Lee And dedicated to my mother. To know how to love so tenderly,...
JTF
- Jul 25, 2021
- 1 min
Words
The power of words
JTF
- Jul 18, 2021
- 5 min
Vignettes
Vignettes Red lips, black hair, and the faint taste of licorice on her lips. The lights from the Cabaret shining on her cheeks, her...
JTF
- Mar 14, 2021
- 1 min
Like a Bird
Like a bird I cut my wings Seeking the safety of the ground I was wrong When the wolves came I had no wings to defend me The journey long...
JTF
- Mar 1, 2021
- 3 min
Bronnie Ware's The Top Five Regrets of the Dying
A life's journey and the lessons of those who came before us.
JTF
- Feb 13, 2021
- 3 min
Understanding Suffering: The Five Levels Of Attachment.
Who is it for: Philosophy lovers, theologists, meditators. What makes it special: The connection between Toltec traditions and Buddhist...
JTF
- Jan 23, 2021
- 4 min
A Promised Land: Idealism Forged in Ambivalence
Who is it for: Humans, political junkies, BIPOC populations, Americans. What makes it special: Sincerity and swagger, both of which the...
JTF
- Jan 22, 2021
- 4 min
In Hindsight: 2020
In retrospect, the gold and silver decadence of every 20s themed party should have been a foretelling of what was to come in 2020. With...
JTF
- Dec 13, 2020
- 1 min
From My Stoa
From my stoa, I hear the sirens at night I see the birds flying in circles towards the sky I smell the cannabis of my neighbor’s bong I...
JTF
- Nov 15, 2020
- 1 min
Today
Take me today Play, yell, ravish… today Because there is no tomorrow And yesterday is far away We only live once At least, we can only be...
JTF
- Nov 1, 2020
- 2 min
A Lesson In Life: The Alchemist
Who is it for: Dreamers. What makes it special: Broad universal concepts told in a simple and timeless allegory. Let's make some...
JTF
- Jul 8, 2020
- 1 min
Life Is Just A Dream
It is hard to explain the paralyzing feeling of anxiety. It starts in the chest, a chokehold that slowly expands tension across the body....
JTF
- Jul 7, 2020
- 1 min
Corazon
Llévame hasta la locura del alma, piérdeme. El deseo quema, la mente corre en agonía Cuando volverás a mí?, mi musa, mi alma. Donde te...
JTF
- Jul 4, 2020
- 2 min
'Love Is Not Enough' Book Review
Who is it for: Humans. What makes it special: Love is not enough succeeded by creatively presenting content in a new format, while...
JTF
- Jun 27, 2020
- 5 min
Dates in Barcelona
We met shortly before I departed to Spain, I’ve heard of him through friends, but we didn’t acquaint ourselves until I was about to...
JTF
- Jun 23, 2020
- 2 min
The sirens of the trucks
The sirens of the trucks awoke me, in between the twilight of consciousness and delirium came thoughts of 'them.' Them, in the truck,...
JTF
- Jun 23, 2020
- 3 min
Stepping back in time: Cedar Key
Above the water full of marsh and landing on a short strip of concrete with beautiful vistas of sand keys and the gulf was a unique...
JTF
- Jun 14, 2020
- 2 min
Acceptance Addiction
‘Everybody wants to be us’ goes the line. Popularity is a traitorous muse that appears confined to movie clichés and high school misery....
JTF
- Jun 13, 2020
- 2 min
Freedom in the Sky
Flying is beautiful, one of the most unique and releasing experiences that anyone can ever have. In the sky, space and time disappear....
JTF
- Jun 12, 2020
- 4 min
Be The Master Not The Servant Of Your Mind: Finding Your North Star
Who is it for: Anyone that has ever felt like a Chihuahua on acid, constantly riddled with anxiety and wondering if there is more to life...
JTF
- Jun 1, 2020
- 5 min
The Gay Pandemic: A Silent Killer Within Our Ranks.
This pride, let's start the conversation without even saying a word. To learn more, visit the Silence=Death 2020 Campaign, and support...
JTF
- May 28, 2020
- 4 min
If Parenthood Came With A Manual: Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Book Review
Who is it for: Anyone who wishes to have a better relationship with their parents. Those who have had complicated relationships and want...
JTF
- May 23, 2020
- 4 min
The Gifts of Imperfection: Giving Kindness to Yourself
Who is it for: Those that step into a room and begin judging themselves before anyone else gets the chance too. For exhausted...
JTF
- May 23, 2020
- 3 min
The Shadow Effect: Accepting All of You
Who is it for: Anyone that has ever dealt with conflicting thoughts. Those who have ingrained social or religious constructs that...
JTF
- May 19, 2020
- 5 min
Step Into the Arena and Dare Greatly: Brené Brown
Who is it for: Everyone, but specially those who believe they can skip vulnerability and still reach connection. Men -particularly those...
JTF
- May 14, 2020
- 3 min
When or What? Understanding Timing
Who is it for: People who value efficiency, have looked for it, and have yet to find it. What makes it special: Pink's approach is...
JTF
- May 9, 2020
- 3 min
A Different Kind of Rich: The Soul of Money.
Who is it for: Anyone who has enough (spoiler alert: most already have), but has yet to find sufficiency and wholeness in their...
JTF
- May 3, 2020
- 4 min
5/25 Rule for Life
There is a famous legend that tells the story of Warren Buffet advising the pilot of his private aircraft about the secret to succeed and...
JTF
- Apr 26, 2020
- 1 min
Who's There?
I close my eyes and I see you A shimmering silhouette that blinds me How can I meet you? When will I become you? Life has tested me,...
JTF
- Apr 26, 2020
- 1 min
Blood Moon
In the middle of the night The blood moon rages in the sky Scorching the city, while lights dwindle below When will it be my turn? To...
JTF
- Apr 22, 2020
- 2 min
JTF
- Apr 11, 2020
- 1 min
Ben Platt is Your Best Musical Cure for COVID-19 and Everything In Between.
Ben Platt's album is the perfect dose of honesty that everyone can relate to.
JTF
- Apr 1, 2020
- 4 min
Miami: A Trip Back South
A trip down memory lane in South Beach.
JTF
- Mar 24, 2020
- 1 min
Soledad
Dama traicionera, que infectas el corazón Apagando el alma, y encendiendo el anhelo Cuando dejarás mi morada? Como devolver el sol a mi...
JTF
- Mar 22, 2020
- 1 min
From Darkness To Light
In the darkness I saw light Neon, bright, and frantic Oh what a joy, what a sham Life was an endless parade Flickering lights in...
JTF
- Jan 9, 2020
- 1 min
The Heart
Follow the heart.
JTF
- Dec 30, 2019
- 1 min
Dawn
The mist of dawn, the warmth of sunlight Sounds chirping in the wind At dawn, a new day is born Today, a new chance is given Wake up,...
JTF
- Dec 16, 2019
- 3 min
Park City Mountain Resort: Champagne Powder and World Class Service
Park City Mountain Resort Review
JTF
- Dec 16, 2019
- 1 min
Intimidad
Intimidad Entre las sábanas Es el toque de tus manos y tu mirada Es sentirte cerca Aun cuando no estás aquí Cuando volveré a sentir el...
JTF
- Dec 15, 2019
- 7 min
Napa Part II: From Top to Bottom
Napa Valley Visit
JTF
- Dec 14, 2019
- 3 min
Napa: Paradise Built On American Ingenuity
Napa Valley Review
JTF
- Dec 14, 2019
- 2 min
Elegance Without Pretention: Jordan
Jordan Winery Review
JTF
- Dec 14, 2019
- 2 min
There is Only One: Opus One
Opus One Winery Review
JTF
- Dec 14, 2019
- 2 min
Dolce Far Niente
Far Niente Winery Review
JTF
- Dec 14, 2019
- 2 min
Underground French Tradition: Jarvis
Jarvis Winery Review
JTF
- Dec 13, 2019
- 2 min
The Art of Storytelling: Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Review
JTF
- Dec 11, 2019
- 6 min
California Dreaming Within Wine Country
A Day In Wine Country
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