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Today's Feature: SANJO JENDAYI

4/21/2013

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National Poetry Month Celebration

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Bio:   Sanjo Jendayi born Deserie Johnson is a speaker, author and spoken word artist.  Readers and listeners alike are mesmerized, challenged and inspired by her unique way of speaking directly into their soul.  She merges her street edge with her spiritual grounding leaving everyone on the verge of change.  Her transparent style chips away at the proverbial elephants in the room. Deserie transitioned into her purposed name, Sanjo Jenday (African for “One who appreciates her past and gives thanks”) because it speaks to whom she has evolved into today.

Sanjo was born and raised in Washington, DC and she now resides in MD.  Her most important titles are Mom and Grandmom.  Sanjo has dedicated her life to inspiring women and young girls to rise above their circumstances, take responsibility and turn mistakes into lessons.  Sanjo began motivational speaking that touched on the very obstacles that she, herself overcame.  God has turned her mess into HIS message!

She is more than a conqueror!  A survivor of lung cancer while continuing to battle Sarcoidosis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Fibromyalgia.  Sanjo is passionate about tapping into the little girl within all women to reach that sheer innocent place where they once believed anything were possible and resurrecting that belief.

Sanjo’s perseverance is evident in her powerful personal testimony of trials and tribulations that’s translated through her poetry in Black Butterfly…Soaring on the Wings of Poetry and her debut of listen2myheartspeak spoken word CD.  A hospital scare birthed her most recent work, Girl, Get Empty a power-packed compact read empowering women to release all that God has placed in them.  Her process of emptying also included the subsequent release of NyAashia’s Freedom Ride a children’s bedtime story that teaches pride in their heritage and themselves. 

Currently, she is preparing a memoir for publication.  Sanjo has been the voice of several local radio and television commercials.  She also records professional outgoing voice messages for local corporations.



As long as you have breath, you have a chance!

Here I am Lord...

Here I am Lord…
Arms wide open
Ears wide open
Soul exposed
Receptive
Ready for instruction
Eyes closed
Mind still
Ready to do your will
Here I am Lord…
Asking to hear a word from you
I need to know what to do
Sometimes, I can’t hear anything from you
I find myself longing for you
Singing songs for you
Trying to usher your Spirit into my presence
To feel your very essence
To learn my every lesson
So I can move on…
Speak to my heart Lord!
I need to hear your voice
Your Word said ask and it is yours
So here I am Lord
I’m asking
For wisdom, knowledge and understanding
So I can move on…
I know your word doesn’t come back void
So I begin clearing my head of this noise
When ….silence consumes me
I feel you in tune with me
Yes I’m ready to receive
Here I AM Lord!!!!!!

© 2001 Deserie Johnson

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The Interview

Where do you draw your inspiration from to write poetry?
I draw inspiration from life experiences, the good, the bad and the ugly because there are lessons to be learned from everything. I like to write about it to release myself, it's freeing.

What advice do you have for someone that is threatened by poetry? 
Poetry is nothing more than self-expression, it's an extension of you. Some write it in a journal for their own private release and others share it with the world and either way is entirely up to the writer. If you are a listener and you are threatened by poetry, I say just close your eyes and let it take you on a journey through your emotions. Poetry can be very seductive in that it draws the listener in...even when they say, "I don't like poetry".

What is an interesting fact about you? 
I am shy. Believe it or not, I am as shy as they come. When I come off the stage, I am like a turtle climbing back in my shell.

Where are you from / Where do you live? 
I was born and raised in S.E. Washington, DC and I now reside in Maryland.

Who is your favorite poet?
Maya Angelou, I love how she weaves words together.

Shout Out to all of the Earth Angels who hold me up when I don't have the energy to stand.  Their wings give me flight!

Upcoming Event:  May 18, 2013 8pm-12 Sassie Ladies Night Out Reflextionz Xclusive Lounge 7818 Parstons Dr. District Heights, Md 20747.

Connect:  
www.deeprootzinspirtainment.com 
www.listen2myheartspeak.wordpress.com/

35 Comments
cindy rinne link
4/22/2013 04:52:27 am

You are beautiful joy! I can see where lives are transformed as you speak truth, sometimes hard truths, in gracious love. Thank you for sharing.

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Yvonne Brown
4/22/2013 11:41:19 pm

Poets showing another Poet LOVE----make my heart warm! You've been so supportive Cindy and it means the world to me. God bless you!

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Shari link
4/22/2013 08:34:45 am

Rise, Sanjo. Rise!

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Yvonne Brown
4/22/2013 11:42:34 pm

YES!!!! Shari!!! YES!!!

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Rob link
4/24/2013 12:50:21 am

What a great story! She is someone people should look up to!

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Yvonne Brown
4/24/2013 01:47:35 am

Thanks Rob! I share in the same sentiments!

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Fred link
4/24/2013 02:55:42 am

Simple, effective, Wow!

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Yvonne Brown
4/24/2013 03:02:13 am

Thanks for your support Fred!

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Jen @ Existential Evolution link
4/24/2013 05:59:44 am

What a beautiful poem and inspirational woman!

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Deborah link
4/24/2013 06:11:18 am

I'm surprised that some of the poets said that they are shy. You'd think they would be outgoing because they stand up in front of a crowd and share their work. Sanjo definitely has a story to tell.

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Heather Real link
4/24/2013 09:22:53 am

inspiring!

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Dov Shapira link
4/24/2013 09:29:59 am

I was watching the video on the bottom.
Very sexy and BEAUTIFUL
That made me smile

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Veronica
4/24/2013 09:46:40 am

These poets are sooo talented!

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Maria Fontaine link
4/24/2013 10:05:40 am

Darn!! I can't make the event I will be out of state!!

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TIna link
4/24/2013 10:59:00 am

I like this one. A lot. I think I'll take it with me to the church choir in a few minutes. That's not facebook sharing, that's people sharing!!

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Julie Wilson link
4/24/2013 02:51:59 pm

Love this particular poem..Thanks

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Todd link
4/24/2013 03:38:39 pm

Great stuff!!!

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Growin' N Luvin' the BIZ! w.Norma Doiron link
4/25/2013 06:53:36 am

Awesome...! Love, love it... So beautiful is faith.

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Leo
4/28/2013 09:10:13 am

Wow i like her poem. I will buy her book !

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Maxwell
4/29/2013 06:20:00 am

I love your "here I am Lord" poem. Very Inspirational to me and our Lord.

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Edwin
4/29/2013 09:02:30 am

"Poetry can be very seductive in that it draws the listener in...even when they say, "I don't like poetry"."
- very true

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cynthia
4/29/2013 09:02:57 am

I am thankful to ms. Deserie for dedicating her life to inspiring women and young girls to rise above their cirvumstances. and i love her poem, it was very inspirational.

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Elijah
4/29/2013 09:12:16 am

This was fun to read as it reminded me of the poems written to God int Psalms of the Bible

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Sagen
4/29/2013 10:48:45 am

I can feel her passion in her poetry, so amazing.

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Ganiu
4/29/2013 12:20:23 pm

When I listen to your poetry I get lost and mesmerized and I want to listen to more!!!!

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Blanca
4/29/2013 01:35:49 pm

"Poetry is nothing more than self-expression, it's an extension of you."
I couldn't agree more.

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JasmineBW
5/1/2013 10:15:04 am

The emotion that is pouring out of this poem is truly beautiful. It shows her exposure to the world and acceptance of the lord.

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Lovely Ruth R.
5/1/2013 11:02:06 am

she expressed her Christian feelings, views through poetry. I admire that because I feel like I should do that too. Also, poetry is a way to express powerful feelings of the soul, so I imply she has powerful Christian views.

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Francisco S
5/1/2013 12:45:38 pm

Her poetry is easy to understand. I really liked the second video. It was great for both men and women. "Loving me is loving yourself." <-- loved that part.

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Ian H
5/2/2013 05:16:04 am

The first poem of hers "The Epitome of a Man" told me exactly what I was about to hear. The poem was short, but was full of life and powerful words. Gives you the image of how a father SHOULD be.

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Davonte S.
5/2/2013 09:05:18 am

Both of her poems gave me a different look on things, such as certain situations I may encounter, that I could an can be in control of. Strong and affective words....

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Cristian alvarado
5/2/2013 02:42:26 pm



"has dedicated her life to inspiring women and young girls to rise above their circumstances" very enjoyed the videos

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Danielle G
5/5/2013 02:27:43 am

That was an amazing poem . I Loved it ! Shes expressing her feelings and her views on christianity through poetry. AMAZING . I also scenced shes not afaird of anything!

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Deanee
5/6/2013 06:51:57 am

The Epitome of A Man is a very inspiring poem. It seems as though she's sending a message that all men are worth something. But its as though their worth comes from their children. She uses poetry to persuade me that a man is better example of life without restrictions.

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Shawntel Collins
5/13/2013 02:11:54 pm

I agree that poetry is self expression. A lot of people tell their beliefs and feelings through their poems but are unable to say it in person while talking to someone.

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