“Why the violin? Self advocacy is something I had to learn. It gave me a goal and it’s had such a profound impact on my life.” Today I had the pleasure of speaking with writer, book lover and creator of @allwaysblack, @creemyles. We spoke about our passions — reading, writing and music — and how ART CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE! Something that I truly believe. One key message I took away from Cree: Make 2023 the year you bet on you. I love seeing people progress from where they are and take them one step further. Let’s do it! Don't forget, we are giving away 5 copies of my book! Contest ends tomorrow. ⁠ 📕 Like this post⁠ 📕 Comment on this post by tagging a friend who you think would love a free copy ⁠ 📕 Must follow @brendanslocumb and @creemyles in order to enter⁠ 📕 Contest ends on 12/21 12pm est and winners will be announced on IG on 12/22⁠ #brendanslocumb #ilovebooks #washingtonpost #bookaddict #booksmakemehappy #bookloversunite #happyholidays #bookclubofinstagram #musiceducation #readdiversely #alwaysreading⁠ #musiccansaveyourlife #iglive #giveaway #tunein #creemyles #gma #giftguide #booktalk #bookdiscussion #booklive