The noose around my neck grows old Yet, the weathered rope refuses to snap, to let go I can stick my finger between it and my neck. Puling it away from my body, loosening it enough to breathe. So much so that I forget it’s there until it rubs against my skin again. And theContinue reading “The noose “
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A Lyric Inspired Story
How deeply do I wish to delve into the stars. Sit atop of the Milky Way dipping my toes into its organized chaos. Causing a few ripples before the big jump. Then, when the perfect clearing opens I dive right in. Stars, astroids, and darkness decorate my descent. It’s warm. It’s cold. It’s long. It’sContinue reading “A Lyric Inspired Story”
Building a Home
For the first fifteen years of my life, I did not have a home. At least not what someone would conventionally call a home. My mom and I spent those years roaming from place to place. Nonetheless, I always managed to make myself feel at home, regardless of where I was. This was possible because forContinue reading “Building a Home”
Birthdays: When They Are No Longer Around
On our birthdays we celebrate another orbit around the sun. Another year of growth, increased wisdom and memories made. The memories made throughout the years tend to make their way back to the top of your mind, like a recap of the years passed. You can’t help but smile. But when that day comes aroundContinue reading “Birthdays: When They Are No Longer Around”
Drops
When raindrops fall, do you think they wonder where they will land? On their way down, do they dream of landing on a flower, wanting to aid in their growth? Or perhaps, they dread landing on a windshield knowing they will be wiped away because they are seen as a nuisance MaybeContinue reading “Drops”
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