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Rumors of Ouroboros

Rumors of Ouroboros

Thoughtful, creative, and provocative verses about the Black human experience and the bravery of our souls.

2023

Erica Jean Smith

Erica Jean Smith

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I’ll Still Be Black When I Wake Up Tomorrow

The immutability of African-ness and elusiveness of Blackness is a source of contention and confusion — perhaps forever

Jun 25

I’ll Still Be Black When I Wake Up Tomorrow

Jun 25

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How I’m Transforming My Life With Japanese Wisdom

Finding my ikigai has been powerful and fulfilling thus far

Jul 1

How I’m Transforming My Life With Japanese Wisdom

Jul 1

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I’m Done Blaming Myself For Having Diabetes

You should be done too and here’s why

Mar 9

I’m Done Blaming Myself For Having Diabetes

Mar 9

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That Time I Wished I Were Dark Skinned

Dark skin is high fashion, beautiful and timeless…

Apr 27

That Time I Wished I Were Dark Skinned

Apr 27

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Let Us Pray

From ‘Rumors of War Against Juicy Black Bodies’ book

Feb 25, 2023

Let Us Pray

Feb 25, 2023

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Can Education Break Generational Curses? The Impact of Learning On Inherited Challenges

Singer Fantasia believes education will battle the darkness

17h ago

Can Education Break Generational Curses? The Impact of Learning On Inherited Challenges

17h ago

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5 Crucial Lessons I Learned In Just 5 Days Using the Hello Chinese App

Should I start to learn this language even though I can use shortcuts?

2d ago

5 Crucial Lessons I Learned In Just 5 Days Using the Hello Chinese App

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Top Foods I Avoid: A Comprehensive Guide For Type 2 Diabetics

Moderation is another term for “tease”

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Top Foods I Avoid: A Comprehensive Guide For Type 2 Diabetics

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I’m Taking Back My Sanity: 1 Hour Each Morning Transforms My Day

This is more important to me than breakfast, conversation, and work

5d ago

I’m Taking Back My Sanity: 1 Hour Each Morning Transforms My Day

5d ago

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Is It Just Me, Or Has Searching For Jobs Turned Weird?

This makes job hunting ten times harder for us “small fries”

Sep 11

Is It Just Me, Or Has Searching For Jobs Turned Weird?

Sep 11

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It's Ericajean

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Essayist and poet | Author of Rumors of Ouroboros . Learn more about Erica at https://linktr.ee/itsericajean/

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