The Scariest Things aren't Always True

You get to choose who you want to be each and every day. 

Stop waiting for special occasions to wear your favorite t-shirts or do your hair. 

And please quit letting other people tell you who you are. 

I miss you. Before all of that. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Waiting Game - Is Still a Game

No news is just that. No news. 

Might as well dance in the rain while it's here. And giggle with the clouds while they're talkative. And shimmer in the light while it's got every color you can imagine. 

Something is coming. I can feel it. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Lines Travel in All Directions

I've been waiting for a phone call, a text message, a carrier pigeon - anything at all at this point. There's so much good news that I want to hear straight from you. 

Distance only wins once we give up the fight. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Extreme Amounts of Strength it Takes to Fly

I created this postcard on accident. I was bored and just kept picking up pens without thinking. And I sent it out into the world. To someone who has decided to keep it but has not found the confidence to write back. 

And sometimes that's exactly what love is, giving until the other is capable of trading places. At least I know it's found a good home. At least I know it got to you safely. At least I know you will be creating again soon too. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Notebook Love Letters Wear Themselves Well

 

If you've been wondering what I mean when I say, I'd write my entire story onto myself, I'd help you write yours onto you. I do not mean we are ghosts, I do not mean we are meant to hide or bury ourselves in the comfort of bed and freshly washed sheets. I do not even mean that we are not enough as we are already. Just that I would write my entire story and wear it on my skin for all the world to see. And I'd help you do the same if you wanted. And together we can go out and haunt the world that has for so long made it it's mission to shake us to our fucking cores. 

It's remarkable the power words have, when we stop limiting our own voices. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

Photography credit of: Cynnalin 

Sheet writing: M. Rene' AKA SincerelyBlueJay

The Blooming is Constant

You are always worth the trip to the garden. 

But just as the sun cannot arrive every day, I need to take care of myself too. 

I'm sorry I've been away - been inconsistent. 

But I hear the rain is supposed to be moving on tomorrow. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Inspiring Influence of Insanity

When you begin caring more about how your coffee looks than how it tastes, that's when we'll need to take a break from the Sunday morning brunch, the midnight phone calls, and the excessive mountain of promises. 

I've seen it happen before. And sometimes, distance really is the only way to recover. 

-Sincerely,

Bluejay
 

The Only Boutique in Town

When I walk in, you know my name. When I'm unsure what my clothes say about me, you'll tell the story. When I am lost you always bring me home. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Iron Rose

 I have always wondered what immortalizing the garden would look like. 

I have spent so many hours daring to imagine the taste of any metal other than iron. 

I have promised you another rose for each day our souls have spent apart. 

And I'm still not out of artistry or inspiration in your name. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Small Town Attitude

 When you have something to celebrate we will all join in the party. 

When your heart breaks in too many pieces to locate we will all arm ourselves with glue and tape. 

When you finally decide to go rogue and do what's best for yourself we will whisper, gossip, and speculate.

Your choices should not be made with any of us in mind. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Details Play Out in Our Favor

Sitting at the diner counter, sipping orange juice by myself, watching the world zip by and the crack in the wall growing with each new step - eventually, I'll overhear something that will inspire brilliance. See someone who needs a little more artistry in their life. Smell cinnamon strong enough to remind me of you. Or taste sweetness that lingers long enough I could have shared it (if you were here). Touch a cup of coffee so warm, I'll never chill again. Eventually. 

-Sincerely,

Bluejay

The Hard Work and Even Harder Days

 I see you. The way your day begins two hours earlier than anyone realizes so you can sort your heart out and reason with the sun. The way you are willing to stop and help anyone along your path. The way you pick up the phone on the first ring every single time. I see you. 

And I have been writing this for you all along. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Out of Context People:

 

I have spent so much of my life designating people as either coffee shop regulars, artists & friends, or strangers. When the lines begin to blur I cannot help but wonder, which of us is changing. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Traditions Born of Spontaneity

 It's been too long since we've gathered everyone up and done something remarkable. Let's grab the camera, a change of clothes, and some coffee - the world is waiting. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

Photography Credit: Zach Trudeau

The Excessive Heat Warnings

October is on our doorstep and yet Summer just cannot accept her end. I should be reaching for hot coffee and a scarf, should be wrapping myself in poetry and potential, should be so many things - but instead I'm floating in the pool drinking margaritas and wondering just how far we can take this. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Roadtrip to Self Discovery

Busy cafe, early start to the weekend, a little whiskey in my coffee. This is one of the rare occasions I don't wish you were here. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

The Hatchlings

It's okay if you're not sure where to call home yet. If you haven't decided what you want to build your nest out of. If you're not ready to go searching the skies for yourself just yet. Everything happens in it's own time- that's when you get the best results anyway. 

P.S. On Fridays I teach an awesome workshop called BlueJay Nest it's a poetry writing and analyzing workshop. Everyone is welcome. Join Virtually or in-person. 

The Good Vibes at Sunrise

 No matter the weather, we all need a little extra sunshine sometimes. 

As your day begins, I hope you know you're in complete control of how this plays out. 

If you slip, give me a call though. 

The Birdie Barista

 As long you keep making memories naturally, in the most unlikely places, you'll never be alone again. 

The Decor Leftover from Previous Tennants

I should have sent flowers, but I wasn't sure if they'd make the journey. Instead I pressed them, found some silk ones in the craft store, and poured my heart into a card. It should be arriving soon, but until then, here are some that used to keep my brother safe. 

The Contradictory Skies

 

There are colder days coming soon. This means something different for each of us. Remember, whatever you need, I'm here for you. Arms outstretched, kettle on to boil, and extra blankets on the couch. I miss you. 

 Artist Credit: Camelia Rose

The Dib, Dob, and Infinity of Self

 

If you think about it, every single one of us is a prism. 

The light shines through at different angles and everyone around sees something slightly different. 

Every shade is accurate - but no one sees the full you - except for you. 

Keep Shining unapologetically. 

-Sincerely,

Bluejay

The Shot Glasses From Around The World

When you have something to celebrate, call me. When I notice the little wins, I'll bring the party to you. 

Either way, we're having a drink soon. I miss you. 
 

The Promises of Glitter and Glass

 

If you kept every single dream you've ever dreamed in a jar like fireflies, you'd never be starved of hope again. Sadly, this isn't the way the world works. 

The good news is, you are free to dream anything you like anytime you like. 

-Sincerely

BlueJay

The Invitations Arrive Early Enough

Every day is a good one to send a postcard. Everyone you've ever loved is a great person to send one to. Strangers become friends when you least expect it. But if you needed a nudge, today's as good a day as any to start a new tradition. To celebrate something little in a big way. To begin healing a part of you no one ever believed to be broken. 

-Sincerely,

BlueJay

P.s. If you're a Vegas-ish local - we're having a postcard party. Bring your own stamps. We'll have a blast.