Idiots

I know, I know. We all think we’re surrounded by idiots. We never think that we’re the idiot That surrounds. But in reality We are. It’s good to know To be aware. Therefore, I am an idiot surrounding someone right now.

Presumption

How can you presume to know better than me? The rain doesn’t fall because it’s good for the trees. The stars do not shine to earn your admiration. The tides come and go but not for your thoughtful provocation. Birds sing for themselves. Branches rustle because they’re there. The sun rises The sun sets That’s […]

On Talking To Strangers

Yesterday People looked at me As if I were insane Just making conversation Chill out Today Conversations held New with unknown people We laughed We shared We questioned We opened up Tomorrow I’d prefer more of today

Not Mine

Are you sleeping well? I kept you up. You don’t need Me Our life What we made Well, I was wrong I left it all Made what I have And now You’re there I’ve no luxuries No drugs To drown No smokes To calm No booze To numb Just busy Busy Busy Busy Busy Busy […]

Catharsis

At Long Last I finished Something Grueling Years In the Making Sent off Let fly Catharsis For Me

Moments

Pockets and Opportunity It resonated Sadness of waiting For the perfect moment Of Just in case It reeked Of Weakness Of wanting Showed Fear Of never seeking Of Waste

Boundaries Breakdown Short Stories

From a family of dysfunction, having appropriate boundaries doesn’t come naturally. Kate and Penny are at each other’s throats. Paul tries to keep out of the way. And mom loves her books. First in a series of connected short stories: WONDER WOMAN IN TRAINING High school senior, Kate, is on her own for the first time […]

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