When we glance over our shoulders we don’t check for friendly faces. We look backwards only to make sure we are moving in the right direction Chased only look back to ensure they evaded the pursuer. Rifling through memories is the equivalent of shaking hands with ghosts. Sharing the pictures only serves to conjure that […]
Say, “Now.”
My friend an I once played many games of Yahtzee. We passed evenings listening to music, and played game, after game after game. It was competitive, relaxing, and fun to enjoy each others company, and to see how chance affected our rolls. During one of these games, I remarked on her multiple, unsuccessful attempts to […]
Master the Tempest
The ocean is vast. The vessel, its sails buffeted by light winds, glides upon its open waters. In time, this sailboat will surely encounter a storm. The winds will howl and shriek, and force the craft in directions the captain does not intend. The gale will be so fierce, that the captain will lower the […]
Great gifts
There is a drastic difference between two types of gifts. In one instance we are highly praised, and commended, for being able to give our hearts to another person. Heart shaped likes appear on our social pages. People smile when they see clasped hands. Eyes tear when they witness romantic gestures. Emotions run high when […]
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It’s autumn, and you are standing beneath a tree. It’s branches are full of leaves, and you know one will soon fall. So you wait with great anticipation, knowing your patience will pay off. Eventually, it does and a leaf breaks from the branch, floating towards your hand. It is delicate, intricate and in your […]
A reason to smile
This morning, with my warm cup of coffee in hand, I looked out of the kitchen window, And gazed upon and gorgeous brushstrokes of pink, orange, rose, and blue with wispy clouds dabbed onto the canvas. I cannot help but smile. Humbly yours, J
Unmarked Grave
I stopped my car on a road that I’d never travelled. I didn’t use the gps; I’ve no idea how I reached my stopping point. I opened the trunk, retrieved the supplies, and set off in a random direction. I stopped after a time, though I don’t count how long. Then I began to dig, […]
Did you make your bed?
I’ve heard it said, that you should start each day by making your bed. Supposedly this action provides a sense of accomplishment, and drive, to perform more and more tasks throughout the day, thus leading to each day being a fulfilling experience. What if you forget to make your bed? Does this mean that you […]
Stop. Listen.
Stop. Listen. What do you hear? Do you hear the chirping of birds? Do you hear the wind in the trees? Do you hear nothing at all? Do any of these sounds fill you with a sense of anger or stress? Do you tense up at the sound of rain falling upon the ground? Do […]