Artist Highlights: Miles Caton

New York Native Miles Caton brings a breathtaking intimacy to music. The magnitude of his talent proves a Godly presence working through a vessel. His self expression is a testament to the safe expression of emotion in men and highlights the embracing of male sensitivity.

Miles' work is a true experience. Projects like Somethin’ and Don't Hate Me bring a beautiful fine art theatrical feel depicting his expressive gift. Whether personal or secondary, Miles delivers each story as if it is his own.

He lives in the fullness of his talent. He is not just reciting the lyrics but delivering them soulfully and with passion, giving a stunning embodiment of raw emotion. With pristine vocal maturity and honing, his sound is of a unique depth and soothes the root chakra, providing warmth and safety to the human soul.

Though a musician first, his theatrical gift radiates and blends beautifully seen in his live performance execution. With a unique voice, instrumental and acting abilities, Miles is a triple threat. Considering his growing visibility through other projects like This Ain't It, & Sinners, he is deserving of all the respect , accolades and continued protection.

Parental Resilience and Balanced Success

The unfolding of my motherhood has become the best love story. It is fascinating the way my little one rides alongside me while undergoing my human process. This far into it I see I’ve been lead to God’s version of success for me. On a soul level I am satisfied with the fruits of our journey together resulting in resilience, wisdom and perfect alignment.

I appreciate Luna’s unwavering love for me in my journey of unlearning, healing and blooming where life plants me. She blossoms beside me as I grow in self control, responding to triggers with wisdom and ego shedding for a healthier reality. This restores presence so I can live in my fullness as a parent, human being and artist.

More and more I am embracing the lessons and gifts the early stages of parenthood brought. I am pleased I can finally see that every challenge has served the highest good as the growth and reward ring louder than the trial.

The more evident my progress becomes the more incentive I have to transfer it to other aspects of life. Lately I’ll ask myself, ok I just bought lipstick and treated Luna to toys. Do I really need to over consume on impulse items? Or could that money be more productively used for her travel fund for Dad? Do we really need to order in every day or can we be healthy and frugal and cook at home?

Recently I was told that it is obvious what Luna brings out of me. That is revealed to me as I see myself grow in authority. Often I’ll pause and ask myself, am I being too playful? Am I speaking from a place of authority or trying to be her friend? Truthfully the discipline hurts my heart but I know excess softness will lead us nowhere.

What is most rewarding is the growth in my relationships stemming from my role as a parent. When opportunity presents itself there’s a flood of questions I go through mentally. Is this the right situation for me to invite into Luna’s life? Does this support the present version of me who has unlearned programming that sabotages her? Is this a person who I could potentially trust with my child? Are their habits that of someone who could truly add value and enrichment to our world?

This makes me feel like I am light years ahead of my younger self. It brings peace of mind knowing I have the will to do right by her. Letting the human in me coexist with my fullness is at the core of my journey. Landing on my feet as a parent is even more rewarding. I can trust myself as an example for Luna to follow.

Spring Things: Life Update

Luna’s third year of life brings a distinct sense of gratitude. There is endless richness in each moment we share. The pride of watching her excel in school and apply herself fills me up greatly. My life’s joy is also found in the early morning snuggles she gifts me first thing before we start our day.

That time is distinctly ours which makes it special. Loads of tasks await us but that prefacing calm before the grind is priority. The heavenly sweetness that is her stuns me daily as the human in her nicely coexists with her exceptionalism. From her behavioral complexities to her second language acquisition, I’m taken with all parts of her.

I know motherhood is for me because even when I’m at the limit, I remain in touch with the reward and totality of our bond. I am enamored with what she does for the woman in me, supplementing my joy and strengthening my faith in God to cover her and us. On a solo level, age twenty nine brings a unique level of soul searching.

I’ve found so much reward in the revealing of God’s path for me. Life restoration from the inner work and chakra healing confirms his plan is in effect. Lately I’ve been preserving the vibration of gratitude as prayers have been answered favorably.

My daughter’s life comfortability has been expanded by the miraculous healing of my coparenting relationship. Additionally, I am finally where I’ve intended to be as an artist. Lastly, I’ve found so much inner strength and power to transform more intimate aspects of my life like with family and work.

Clearing blocks and soul-level contentment inspire faith that life supports me. On Easter weekend I drove home and was overcome with acute recognition at how favorable God’s plan has been to me. Pausing briefly, I thought “Wow. God has ordered my every step.”

So I feel excitement for what is on the horizon with balancing gratitude for all that presently serves me.

Solitude: Embracing Twenty Eight

In my quiet time with God, I realize that much of the journey lies within. With that awareness comes relief and the redirection of my focus.

Endlessly I am reminded not to seek externally for anything because God stamped his excellence onto me. That clarity infiltrates my spirit in divine timing, as it is easy to fixate on life’s grind and chaos.

What a treat it has been to tune into me. Lately I have been communing with my heart, and examining its guidance.

What’s more, I’ve been marinating in the fact of my existence, with mere appreciation for my being. Additionally, I have offered myself the gift of self-trust, the ultimate gem I could have as an adult and parent.

I view my life as one long dance with the Holy Spirit. The intersection of God’s leadership and my introspection lies within my craft. 

God’s influence is often my muse for writing, photography, or any other form of expression. 

I am always inspired to translate his guidance or the inspiration he gifts me for my art. I know he’d want me to translate the joyous ways my soul resonates with the life and world around me. So I will use his gifts to do so.

The journey inside becomes addictive due to its peace. I’ll be reveling in my inner light endlessly, as I have found a home there.

Loving Thoughts to Luna

Our lives are enriched by the love flowing into our paths. This journey is enveloped in God’s illumination. He talks to me about you, tells me to give you the best. Writing to you allows me to be still and present, capturing the nuances that make this great. 

I am loving age two. I love that you are loving school and beginning to expand your vocabulary. You are so creative, and your expression will continue to blossom. It is clear you have a mind of your own and your individuality is beautiful. 

You have a gem of a personality & you make life good. No matter how challenging it gets, I know I was made to love you. I am still basking in the aftermath of your second Christmas and birthday. The love you received surfaced from all angles, infusing your sweet pure spirit with natural highs. You deserve that.

Each second with you is sacred and I revel in the honor of loving you. Before you found a home in my womb, your first home was my heart. I always knew my first child would be a girl, and I’d often imagine the love I’d experience with you.

Now you’re here with me. I have to pause and meditate on that fact to really take it in, showing God I am so grateful for gift that is you. We are growing together. Through you God is prospering me. 

Life Update

Next to childbirth, The erasure of my family was the biggest change I’ve undergone. Though the initial split brought a sense of relief, the aftermath mirrored hell. 

The start of the journey entailed a deep questioning of what the new normal would be, and a struggle to process and decipher the lessons and logic. Often I questioned if the road ahead entailed constant war with my coparent. 

Additionally, I have questioned the role I have played in the fracturing of our union. I’ve wondered how one balances self-care while still maintaining selflessness, so the child thrives. Above all, I have wondered endlessly how to reconnect with love and find the humanity in the other party post destruction. Throughout the transition, I’ve sought peace and understanding.

It is empowering to admit that new territory is frightening. Acknowledging that within myself gives me strength. Being a young mother who is now carrying much of the load alone is not what  I anticipated. 

I do  know however that God has kept my child and me because I see illumination on the horizon. That light has taken various forms. Recently, I was gifted a profound sense of peace.  It occurred to me that I have gained a sense of normalcy, and it feels like baby and I are finally settling in.

There is a level of comfortability I can now embody that I didn’t have at the start of our transition. Because of this awakening, I know I am living in a prayer.

When I first left Denver, in a moment of vulnerability I expressed to someone verbatim “I feel like my world is upside down.” What once felt like uncertainty and confusion, is becoming a fulfilling rebirth, as I’ve achieved newfound resilience and inner power.

Experiencing dysfunction with your life partner does a number on your spirit, and I know that feeling is mutual. I am aware that regardless of where both sides went wrong, we are both dealing with a profound level of pain for different reasons.

It has been cleansing to the soul however, realizing I am no longer lost and without direction. I now see the journey God has designed is gorgeously manifesting. I know that I can find my footing throughout the chaos of parenting, relationships and life in general. 

Throughout my co-parenting journey, a range of human emotions consumed me, most notably anger, worry and hostility. The gift however, is their gradual conversion to prayers prayed and compassion felt for the other parent. This alone has alleviated the mayhem in my spirit and helped smooth the road to repair and restoration for our family.

Remnants of fear that lingered in my psyche are converting to excitement for a chance to lean further into my new life. The more time that passes & the more blessings that appear, the stronger my confidence becomes in myself, life and God.

My biggest gain has been the alchemy of victimhood into a reveling in the empowerment of newfound strength.  Now that I see what life has for me as a mom, I appreciate the universality of womanhood, motherhood, and a woman’s tenacity. 

As always, I am grateful for my child. This is the sweet young soul who tags along with me through life. She is resilient, tough, and the excellence she exudes astonishes me. It thrills me to witness how God has crafted her. 

In my quest to find my way, I’ve contemplated ways to explain our family dynamic to her. Through therapy and introspection, I’ve learned that love is the key. I can immerse her in love completely, and love her through life regardless what happens between her father and I. The bottom line is that she is treasured from both sides no matter what. This will always be proven to her.

She is the realist love I’ve known, and she deserves the highest good.

Life Update: Self-Love Journal

There is a distinct peace and liberation of being newly single. This period in my life calls for introspection as I uncover the new lessons I’ve gained that are true gems of illumination, guiding me towards a life that resonates.

I can appreciate the way this last stint with love inspired a shift in values. This allows me to set new goals for myself and assess my values as a young woman. My greatest revelation was that more than anything I crave inner peace, independence, and stability, and sometimes those don’t identically correlate with a relationship.

Additionally, I've realized that relationships require space, boundaries, compatible communication styles, and inner work to be healthy. Timing is also crucial, allowing both parties to fully learn one another before going full force into commitments. Having these discoveries is incredibly enriching as I feel I’m much wiser and mentally equipped to love myself better.

Change can feel frightening in a lot of aspects, but simultaneously I feel so rich in growth, God’s illumination and life’s lessons as they’re serving as guidance in the present moment. This experience has given me an avenue to reconstruct a more aligned path for myself and I am immensely grateful.

Though partnerships can be a challenge, I’ve known love to be a riveting, thrilling adventure for the soul: like the butterflies that swarm when your hands touch for the first time, and you melt at how perfectly your hands fit together. 

Or even more intimately, how your heart melts at the first signs of physical intimacy, like gentle shea butter foot rubs, or mesmerizing eye-contact, and a touch that makes your whole being tremble. Memories like these keep me from fully ruling out love and inspire me to be open to finding it again in the right timing. So, it's not all bad.

In a social climate that forcefully advocates for marriage as one’s main life goal, I'm excited to be patient with love, and further develop myself as an individual. Of course I didn’t anticipate finding myself single again, so now that I am, I want to be wise with it, savor it and be patient with love.

Tynisha Keli: A Tale of Tenacity & Talent

Music industry veteran Tynisha Keli celebrates her hit I Wish You Loved Me achieving platinum status. An accolade as such is worthy of tremendous praise however this speaks volumes of Tynisha’s tenacity and her gifts of music and sound.

The New Bedford talent is an open book and has demonstrated vulnerability beautifully throughout her career. Through her platform she’s detailed the countless losses she endured both personally and professionally. 

Despite her adversities with losing loved ones, battling mental health, and surviving injustices in the recording industry, her talent, gifts, and strength always transcend and persevere. 

Divine timing is a truth of life, and this accomplishment couldn’t have occurred at a more fitting period in Tynisha’s reviving career.  Come summer of 2024, one can expect the long-awaited release of The Chronicles of TK: Part Two. The project will be linked to Tynisha Keli’s independent label, Sanai Records. 

There is no better way to commence her creative and musical renaissance than with fresh material. Though I Wish You Loved me is a timeless hit and a signature record for the New Bedford artist, Tynisha’s discography is a treasure chest rich with musical gems.

Troops, the artist’s distinct fan base, should not expect anything less than exceptional from the album.

Springtime with You

This is reminiscent of a dream. It feels perfect. That is how I know you’re from heaven. Moments with you make the heart content. I am savoring every aspect of our time together. We commence the first day of Spring with a morning at the park.

You explode with joy and a grin that spans from ear to ear. You love the swings, and I love you. Your joy and laughter stem from your purity and innocence. You are so inquisitive and crave exploration of the world around you. You wish to share your world with me, and others.

Every little finding, every little detail and nuance of your unfolding journey, you share it with me. It makes me melt. And I love that you’re demonstrating kindness in your own way. It is so easy to be attached to your infancy, and how fresh and novel you are to this world.

But I transform those feelings, by thanking God you’re advancing and gaining more life. Keep growing at your own perfect pace.

Slow Down & Be with Her: A Reflective Life Update

I recently read the saying “I will never have this version of myself again. Let me slow down and be with her.” These words struck a chord with me, as they felt like divine permission to be still and balance the grind with gratitude and presence.

My creative, professional and maternal ambition has led me on an endless journey of goal setting, striving and self-improvement. I am incessantly pursuing avenues of elevation for myself and my family unit. I realize however that there are so many gems of the here and now that are equally deserving of my attention.

Creatively speaking,  there is much in store for my art brand, and it is a true pleasure using every day to invest in my craft, and using my expressive passion to fuel my projects. Admittedly, though, it is a journey. While I graciously endure the gradual creative process, I can celebrate what I have now artistically. 

Like my recent discoveries of new artists, new music, new poems and writers with fresh artistry that aliment my heart. I am quite taken with this version of myself that is diving deeper into the creativity  of others and using it to nourish her soul. 

Some of my most rapturous moments have been in solitude enjoying the lyrics, poetry, and celestial expression of other artists. Art and creativity are the soul’s playground, and I’m happy I can resonate with other creators. Surely I am endlessly striving to be the best artist I can be, but I will not attach my happiness to the end result of my creative journey because there’s much to savor right now.

Domestically speaking, I find myself in endless pursuit of ways to elevate myself as a mother, partner and young adult. My emotional, financial and spiritual contributions to my family unit are the most important aspect of my life as nothing is more important than my daughter’s and fiancé’s wellbeing.

That said, it is easy to fixate on the grind and the goals I’ve set to level up for myself and for my family, like using my degree, bilingual, and writing skills to advance my corporate career to enhance my family’s quality of life. But there’s a unique peace I gain from enjoying what we have in the now when it comes to my young adulthood and my family.

For example, I am certainly committed to striving to give my Luna Violet the highest quality of life, as it is her birthright. However I’m loving the current version of me who has learned to budget, be financially disciplined and to prioritize her daughter’s needs to ensure she is provided for. Additionally, in my quest to career advancement, it’s important I take time to celebrate all that I currently have.

Surely, it is empowering to envision myself climbing the corporate ladder and shattering the glass ceiling as a woman in the workplace. Admittedly though, I’m impressed that in the present, I am a bilingual college graduate applying her education and professionalism to her current corporate role and budding entrepreneurialism. There is always something I can improve or develop, but there’s a plethora of tasks that I’m currently doing right and well, and I am pleased to be reminded of that.

Finally, and most importantly, I cherish this version of me who surrenders her goals and desires to the Great Spirit above, and exercises patience as her blessings grace the horizon.

Often, I am greeted by the nostalgic memories of my past selves. The sentimentality makes me think of the fast pace life happens at and the value of the many versions of myself I’ve experienced. What’s more, it all inspires me to be more present with my current self & to appreciate the nuances of each stage life gifts me, no matter how hectic or demanding the grind gets.

To My Luna

Let’s get lost in this moment, savoring our ever-growing bond. I’ve never known a time as precious as this. In between the hustle and life grind it’s just you and me, mother and child, finding refuge in each other.

The simplicity of our connection fills me up the most. Like the calm, serene pattern of your breaths as I nurse you. Or the content way you rest in my embrace symbolizing your trust in me.

From First Dates to Forever: Our Engagement Story

Chris is a divine demonstration of love. What greater blessing is there, than a partner who speaks to my heart, personalizing every token of love to me. 

Like our first date, where he picked me up and graced my senses with his Dior cologne, nearly inebriating me. 

He then immersed me in nature through sunflower bouquets and gorgeous lake views, knowing florals and aquatic scenes satisfy my soul deeply.  

Or last week, when he selflessly converted his birthday dinner into a night of honoring our union. 

Just after I lit his birthday candles so he could make a wish, the heartwarming melody of Stevie Wonder’s Ribbon in the Sky graced my ears to my surprise.

This ballad reverts me to childhood. It is what I’ve always envisioned myself getting married to, when I found the one to approach eternity with. 

Shortly after the opening lyrics, Chris asked me to stand up, and showered me with a sweet dialogue of what our partnership meant to him. 

Taken aback by this pleasant transition of events, I listened joyfully, completely captivated by his heart’s expression.

He then addressed my full name while taking a knee and presenting a stunning jeweled silver diamond. At that moment, he asked me to be his wife. 

I gladly said yes, and surrendered to the lump in my throat with happy tears. 

I feel so blessed to have experienced this monumental moment in our journey, and to have shared it with our daughter and every other soul surrounding us with communal love and support.

Diamonds are luxurious. Flowers and picturesque views are a bonus, but what’s more touching is the sentiment behind it all. 

What counts the most is the great efforts invested to convey his deepest affections for me. That is what I am truly grateful for.

Songs of the Heart

I appreciate the ways music depicts love.

It is such a sonically gorgeous expression of intimacy, like Muni Long’s Hours and Hours, so poetic, so passionate, and pure.

What an incredibly soulful and sultry translation of the heart’s enamoration. 

How alluring it is to witness a woman in love, as found in Ariana Grande’s Imagine.

The harmonies, the melodies, & her enchanting narrative of intimacy, inspire me to reflect on my own journey.

& they mark a pivotal chapter in my young womanhood. 

I rediscovered this hypnotizing track upon obtaining my degree, and finding my passions.  

A serious romance, and a family of my own were now what I saw for myself. This was the epoch in my life where I felt I could manifest that.

This song gifted me a profound hope and certainty that those desires were God’s will for me. 

Love is captivatingly beautiful.

What’s even more sacred is the magnitude of gratitude I have for God’s and life’s grace, hindering the past from working out and saving me for better.

Home is Where the Soul is Happy

Aromatic sweetness of mom’s cobbler fills the air, and there is overwhelming peace in my heart.

I have never been so centered.

Routinely I am on the go, attempting to keep up with the rapid-fire pace at which life flows at, yet this is the most presence I have ever known.

I am inspired to savor the moment and experience it in full, as my spirit knows This is where I should be.

There are mini luxuries all around, like mom’s distinctly captivating home decor, allowing her soul to manifest through the house.

& The harmonic chorus of birds singing the songs of spring, while the external arbor life exudes stillness and serenity.

Home is where the inner presence is centered, and where the soul is happy.