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  • May 30, 2026

    Visual Passions 02: Surrender

    Visual Passions 02: Surrender

    Every time I walk through this part of my favorite trail, I always feel as though Mother Nature is proudly presenting me to the Universe. I develop this sense of freedom and comfort along with the soft urge to just stop, take a breath and let go. I’ve crossed this path several times, and each… Continue reading

    2026, Visual Passions
    divine-feminine, healing, love, mental-health
  • May 23, 2026

    Visual Passions 01: Words from the Roses

    Visual Passions 01: Words from the Roses

    Surround yourself with beautiful things. You attract what you are and receive what you give. Continue reading

    2026, romance, Visual Passions
    love, mental-health, romance, romance-and-reality
  • May 16, 2026

    Book Review | NERO By S.J. Tilly (Book 1 of The Alliance Series)

    Book Review | NERO By S.J. Tilly (Book 1 of The Alliance Series)

    A dark, obsessive mafia romance with dangerous devotion and unexpected softness. Continue reading

    2026, Book Reviews
    Book Reviews, book-recommendations, books, creative-writing, dark-romance, fiction, literature, love, romance, romance-and-reality, writing
  • May 12, 2026

    Nurture Yourself First

    Nurture Yourself First

    A reminder to all that no matter what someone else provides for you, always nurture and care for yourself first. Continue reading

    2026, Reflections
    creative-writing, feminine-lifestyle, literature, love, mental-health, relationships, romance, romance-and-reality, romance-blog, self-love, writing
  • May 10, 2026

    Growing Through Love

    Growing Through Love

    A poem about love, growth, healing and emotional change. In life, all things wax and wane. What matters is how you bloom, how you flourish, and how you remain sane. Continue reading

    2026, Heart Thoughts
    creative-writing, growth, heartbreak, literature, love, poetry, relationships, romance, romance-and-reality, romance-blog, writing
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Antonia D.C.

Hey babe! Thanks for visiting my digital home. This is a space where i reflect and express my thoughts, feelings and experiences with life, love and romance. Here you’ll find a combination of poems, personal reflections, book reviews and more as this blog continues to grow. For more information about me and this space, I encourage you to start here.

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    Antonia D. on 1 Year Blog Anniversary: Thank You!!!September 6, 2026

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    Yes! Many people were conditioned to be “selfless”, to give more than they receive, to “stick/figure it out”. If you’re…

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    Mediocrity is one of the greatest of all sins. Never to be tolerated at all costs. Ever. I feel grateful…

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