Author Archives: Samantha Syrnich TLC

About The Hand Behind The Phoenix Quill— I’ve lived many lives within one — some born of light, some forged in fire. Each left its mark, and in the ashes, I found my voice. The Phoenix Quill was never just a name; it became my heartbeat — a place where pain turned to purpose, and truth was no longer something to survive, but something to share. I am a poet, artist, advocate, and storyteller — guided by a love that refuses to die quietly. Through words and imagery, I tell stories of resilience, of rising when the world says you’ve fallen too far. My work carries pieces of the people and places that shaped me — veterans, children, the voiceless, the forgotten — and the fire that demanded their stories be heard. Every poem, every painting, every creation under The Phoenix Quill is born from that promise: to turn heartbreak into healing, to honor truth even when it burns, and to remind others that they, too, can rise. This is my life’s work — to give voice to the silence, hope to the weary, and beauty to the broken. Welcome to The Phoenix Quill: Words Born of Fire, Inked in Truth. Where ashes become art — and every word remembers how to rise.

This song, “Mama” by Mollie Mendoza & Sam Garrett, weaves a tender tapestry of resilience and renewal that resonates deeply within my spirit. The lyrics—“We’ll no longer hide from the shadows and pain”—mirror the quiet struggles I’ve borne, a personal echo of a bond unfulfilled.
I lacked a true mother, not as a mother ought to be. My biological mother lives, yet between us lies a vast emptiness,
a chasm carved by betrayals and silent wounds. Still, this song lifts me, its words a gentle caress guiding me toward self-love. “Tierra mi cuerpo, Agua mi sangre, Aire mi aliento, E fuego, Mi espíritu” transforms into my personal hymn of reclaiming my soul,
a testament to my endurance amid the absence of the nurturing embrace I yearned for all my life.
The melody enfolds my heart, its meditative rhythm reflecting my journey toward inner fortitude. It speaks to me of hope, of being alive and awake, embracing a faith nurtured from within. This is no mere song; it’s a reflection of my strength, a gentle nod to my complex narrative. It also stirs thoughts of orca mothers, whose lifelong devotion to their pods teaches us the power of maternal bonds across species. The languages of all creatures—whales, birds, and beyond—carry wisdom we’re only beginning to hear, urging us to listen and learn. In a world where human dominance often strips away female dignities, this song honors the feminine essence, reminding us of the lessons in compassion, resilience, and unity that nature imparts. The importance of the feminine, often overshadowed, finds a voice here, calling us to restore balance and respect.

You can experience this healing journey yourself—check out the official YouTube spot here: https://youtu.be/HvLNje4aC6c.
Or find it on your preferred platforms.
To Mollie Mendoza and Sam Garrett, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for crafting this sacred haven, a gift that aids my healing and inspires my rise.

MamaSong #HealingThroughMusic #Resilience #InnerStrength #Gratitude #FeminineWisdom #Orcas #NatureLessons

— Samantha Syrnich (TLC) 🌸🙏💙