I turned thirty next to the glow of white Christmas tree lights. Many memories and moments came flooding back to me, some of which felt incredibly distant. I remember being twenty-two, the year he fell in love with me. Everything is different now. I remember the morning glow on a Saturday as a little girl. The comfort I felt waking up with my toys and my imagination was everything. If that little girl could see […]
She sat in the stillness of her cozy bedroom, moonlight dancing on the walls. A quiet drifted through the house, a quiet she was still getting acquainted with. As she sipped her favorite wine, she was reminded of them, nights on the porch, and meaningful conversation. She sat down to write but realized that every word was consumed with thoughts about what didn’t happen and what she wished had. Every word was about them. She […]
We tether ourselves to other people without ever knowing if they’ll cut the cord or remain connected to us. We never know who will save us or who will wreck us. There’s beauty in the uncertainty, like not knowing the end of a good book. There’s also pain awaiting us in every chapter. Just like a boat tethered to a dock, I tethered to you, when I was young and full of dreams. Through the […]
I wear my heart on my sleeve, but trust doesn’t come easily for me. I’ve been knocked to the ground more times than I can count, but don’t worry…I always get back up. After lying on the ground, I’ve firmly planted my roots. There are rips in my jeans and dust on my boots, but I’m stronger and wiser than before. Despite the pain, my eyes don’t lie and my heart loves to love. I […]
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