Category: <span>Journal</span>

Gratitude Attitude | DAY 4

Posted on July 11, 2016July 11, 2016 by itsRis

Good Morning!

Yesterday was all about appreciation for me… I had to get up, get in a good mood and stay there! — after watching back while editing I see I did okay with the “Gratitude Attitude” method of thinking. It made my day go by a lot smoother too — Or maybe it’s because I was in the place I needed to be at this time in my life.

I’m sure my timing for traveling to Canada was just right…. I wouldn’t have been able to deal with the passing of my Auntie the way I am… It could be worse.. that’s not to say I’ll know how to handle putting her to rest this coming Wednesday 🙁 — but all in all I had a great time for all of us!

Let’s stay peaceful, Let’s be Happy! Watch Day 4 as I truly appreciate my visit to Toronto!

Philly Layover

Posted on July 11, 2016October 29, 2018 by itsRis

Let’s just BE here! | Day 3

Posted on July 10, 2016 by itsRis

Hey Guys!

In today’s blog you’ll see how yesterday I was just “BEING” in Toronto. I was able to experience the water I even got inspired to write some music and I went on a food hunt (lol) This video is quite lengthy but I couldn’t leave anything out. It was such a eventful day for me and I needed to document it for myself, my family, my friends and my fans. I really hope you enjoy this video as much as I enjoyed making it for you.

There is no time quite like the present.

On a personal journal note — After a long day yesterday I had a very rough night and time going to sleep as I was struck by the reality that my Auntie is no longer in her body but now only in spirit. I am grateful for her life she shared with us while she was here… but last night I weeped so hard to know I couldn’t call her and share my travel experience with her.. or even just to hear her say “Morrisa you’re doing good I’m proud of you” I can hear her sweet voice saying it as I am typing. The wind is blowing I feel her love energy. If you ever lost someone so dear and near to your heart you understand my pain.

Live life to the fullest with no regrets!

-Ris

DAY 2 – A Birthday to Remember!

Posted on July 9, 2016 by itsRis

OMG Guys!!! Exploring Toronto was amazing.. It’s so beautiful, peaceful, calm, free and just all around a wonderful experience — I truly enjoyed my birthday yesterday! I’m so glad I decided to come! What a great gift of life.. what a great gift to myself… what a great 28!

I must say no more — time for you to walk with me — take a look at the Video Mash on my Day 2! And Some photos Below!

Let’s see…

Posted on July 8, 2016October 29, 2018 by itsRis

It’s the Great 28! HBD to M.E.

Posted on July 8, 2016 by itsRis

Whew I made it guys! Pushing 30 man! Making good changes in my life despite the challenges faced over the years I can truly say I have grown with the strength, wisdom and guidance GOD has given me. 🙂 That’s most important!

& As promised here is Day 1 of the “Live Journal” Video(s) on my Birthday Mission Trip! I hope you enjoy as I document my journeys!

My Happiest Day?

Posted on July 7, 2016October 29, 2018 by itsRis

Today was supposed to be one of the happiest days of my life — I’m turning the great 28 tomorrow and I’m leaving the USA for the first time ever. I could barely sleep last night filled with anxiousness and making sure I had all my ducks in a row before I took off.

I woke up super early and everything! Had some deadlines I had to complete before leaving so I got up about 6AM — Flight Didn’t leave until close to 11AM… I got a call from Dad.. 7:47 … “I hate to tell you this…Angie passed … my sister is gone…she passed away” … His ONLY sister… The Sweetest Auntie a girl could ask for — She left us in her sleep this morning …Still in total disbelief…

This is so hard for me right now to enjoy my trip the way I had intended simply because I wanted to come back home and share my journeys with her… We spoke yesterday and made some plans… I was to do her hair once I return and I was going to spend the night over one last time before I moved back to ATL… Spoke about her Mother — My Grandmother Annie and how her last vacation was in Canada (where I’m going) ….I’m just so heartbroken… I haven’t felt a pain like this since my Grandmother passed (My Dads Mom…obviously hers too) … I’m just so numb right now after all the balling and crying uncontrollably … I was able to get my thoughts together .. my emotions are still off track right now….

Rest Peacefully Auntie Angie — You will forever be missed my love!!! I will travel for you! I will stay healthy for you I will continue to follow my bliss for you!! I love you so!!! Oh My sweet sweet Angel I know you are dancing with your shoulders! No More Pain, No More Suffering, No More Drama.. You’ll never have to Hurt again!!! I will celebrate LIFE for YOU!!

P.S. Please Tell Grandma I miss her too!! XOXOXO!!

Look how far we’ve come! — Thank You!

Posted on June 7, 2016 by itsRis

Loves!

I’ve got the site updated for you so you can share the website with your friends and family with new articles, music, photos, music videos and visuals as well as links on where to purchase the EP “Year XXVI” and my latest singles — “Real Simple” & “Standing!”

Your support is greatly appreciated! 🙂 Looking over the updates I my myself …well… I’m feeling really good about the process made so far! I’m simply excited for the future. 🙂

Now, there is a debut album in the works. Just really focusing on getting the music just right… ya know..the content — making sure I am relaying my messages properly and balancing myself enough to trust the creative process. Yeah.. I know as a songwriter I (we) sometimes overthink… but the perfect ideas come right on time… so no worries! Well I hope you’ve enjoyed our ride thus far this year we’re at the half way mark in 2016 and we’ve already done some amazing things together ..and our journey isn’t over — next we’ll be focusing on creating some music and ways to involve and evolve a little-lotta bit more #TeamJeanine ! 😉 xoxoxo.

I love you guys for checking up on me! 🙂 Let’s Do this!

-Ris

NEW: Last Phase Visual

Posted on May 19, 2016 by itsRis

Happy Spring Love Birds! 🙂

So, yes it took me a minute to get this done for several reasons…mainly because I really dreaded reliving this situation, having to watch it and being transparent about it. But HEY! I pushed through just for you and my sanity. Living in freedom is key and this was the “Last Phase” for me opening up my life to allow the bad to leave and the good to flow right in. Remember how important self-love is before you call yourself loving someone else.

Here it is. Enjoy & Understand. Love you!

Year of Freedom ..

Posted on February 23, 2016 by itsRis

Loves! I know it takes me a while to give my blog the attention it needs but …bare with me I am getting better I promise! I wanted to share with you all who aren’t following me on any other social media these photos from late 2015.

I had this amazing shoot with my insanely smart and talented cousin Shareen Clement and an wonderful unique young wardrobe stylist Tamara Brown. I love these photos as they truly represent who I am inside and out. These we’re taken on the very first day of Winter in 2015. Funny Thing how Georgia’s weather works… We we’re in Brunswick, Ga then on Saint Simons Island. This shoot was very awkwardly fun, but turned out amazing if I must say so myself. I just love how I was able to embrace nature… Plus I’ve always had this weird thing with Rocks, Trees, Water, and Yoga Moves… Check these out !