Travanna Clark

Travanna Clark is a 17-year-old senior at R.L. Osborne High School in Marietta, Ga. She plans to attend Alabama State University in the fall. Reading and writing has always been one of her favorite hobbies and she feels blessed to have had this experience writing for CHISPA.

Those Ole’ Blue Jeans

Chispa Magazine

They’re imperfectly perfect. With a few rips here and bleaching there, they fit just as comfy as a glove. We all own a pair, but the question is… What’s wrong with wearing them to church? Growing up under southern raised Christians, where Sunday’s attire consists of pantyhose, big flashy hats, silk handkerchiefs, and matching pocketbooks,…

The Reality of Beauty

Beauty \ˈbyü-tē\ “Someone who is naturally good looking.”–Kiara B. “A positive, humble person.”–Raven J. “You just know when it’s beautiful.”–Jose S. What is the true definition of beauty? There are many diverse opinions on this controversial word. Is it the texture of your hair? The complexion of your skin? The shape of your eyes? The kindness…

Daydreamin’ Blues

Chispa Magazine

Big house. Flashy cars. Fancy clothes. The ideal husband. It’s the true American Dream we all wish for. I often sit back and daydream of what God has in store for me. The possibilities are endless. I dream of whether I’ll become a fashion designer or an athlete or a teacher or a doctor. Even…