“ brilliant writer ”
Elle Wright
Our interaction didn ’ t stop with her review of my book . We continued to bond and soon were taking every day . One message turned into hundreds . We talked about everything and nothing , from books to sports to food . Tanishia always seemed to know when I needed to hear from her , or when I needed a prayer or just a cyber hug . Then , she would send me a message like the one above , reminding me to keep the faith and let God be who He is .
Elle Wright and Tanishia
“ Keep the faith . Keep Pressing . Keep believing ! I Love You , Friend ” - Tanishia Pearson-Jones
Sometimes we are blessed enough to meet a kindred spirit , someone who comes into your life at exactly the right time . Tanishia Pearson-Jones was one of those people for me .
We met when I inboxed her to ask her to review my debut novel , The Forbidden Man . And we clicked . From there , she put me in touch with people who had a lasting impact on my career as a writer . I can honestly say if it had not been for her , my book wouldn ’ t have made it into so many hands . For that , I am ever grateful . She was such an amazing supporter , a bright spot in so many lives . And she was a brilliant writer .
Tanishia was my friend , and a Godsend to me . She was a friend who I could talk to , confide in . A friend who said what she meant and meant what she said . A friend who knew how to laugh , how to find the good in every trial , and how to call on God for her loved ones and herself . We were that for each other . And I loved her so . That love will never die , even if she is not here on Earth any longer .
Her faith in God in the face of adversity was inspiring . With everything going on , she still found a way to remain positive and encourage others . I often marveled at her willingness to be there for so many people while in excruciating pain and going through her own problems . That was a testament to her spirit and her relationship with God .
Tanishia had a gift , and her gift made room for her . I know she is basking in God ’ s glory . As she would say , “ All is well .”
My friend was an amazing woman , wife , mother , daughter , sister , and friend . I feel honored to have known her , to have laughed with her , to have learned from her , to have prayed with her , to have loved her . She is missed .
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