About Shirley J

That’s me –

Here is my bio or as I like to call it, bio – short. You already know I am a woodworker. I am also a seamstress, an accountant and much more. I’ve experienced many things in my life.

Be Wary of Imposters

Be very wary! Learning life lessons can be rough. Believe me, each day is a lesson and I am a willing student. I’m also here to honor, love, and define myself. My perspective, as a black woman hobbyist woodworker, is unique to me. It is my story to tell.

I try to learn at least one new thing everyday. It doesn’t matter what I’m learning so much as why. I am unlocking information that was not disclosed in my early education. What I was taught about our contribution, as a people, to civilization was minuscule, compared to what I learned about the world culture at large. It’s frightening to come to the realization that much of what I’ve learned turned out to be false, useless and harmful to my psyche and soul.

Now, I’m gaining the “real” knowledge and unlocking the truth that can be traced and linked to facts. And, I know there are many more women of the culture who are doing the same. Importantly, I’m unlearning those harmful elements and beliefs that were disguised as a good education.

I plan to share with you, in my writing and woodworking, how I handle the difficulties and uncertainties that I’ve encountered in my life. My story starts here and unfolds from there to give you a glimpse of my life. No matter the age, no matter the stage in life, no matter the path toward self discovery, I hope it gives you the courage to do what you’ve been dreaming.