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 […]
Every little thing I do I hope you see. I hope you notice the words I write, the songs I play, the photos I take. I hope you think of me when pretty lyrics drift out of your speakers. I hope you think of me when you look up at a sky filled with a million stars. I look in the mirror and curl my hair, hoping you notice the way my hair drapes over […]
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 […]
A familiar scent greeted me as I walked through a lonely parking lot. It was an intoxicating and comforting smell…it was a smell that reminded me of someone. The smoke took me back to warm, summer nights when I felt happy and playful. I wanted to run towards the smell and breathe it in, hoping that would make me feel close to you. The smoke was potent and addicting. It was everything you are…a beautiful […]
I used to live for wild, late nights. I used to ache for a glass of Moscato after midnight and moments under the stars. I was an untamed horse, running from the pain. Pretty clothes draped over my tattoos, covering my invisible scars from past trauma. I knew how to hide it all, the fear, the pain, the anxiety, with a smile and my favorite shade of lipstick. The years went by, creating beautiful chapters, […]
#ValentinesDayChallenge just in time for Valentine’s Day! I decided to post this to my blog and then to social media, because it’s just too cute not to share with my readers. By the way, Andrew and I aren’t obsessed with V day, but we always spoil each other and wind up having an amazing time. This year, due to COVID and being extra careful, we’re ordering Italian food from a favorite restaurant and staying in […]
Hi, loves! I hope everyone woke up on Christmas morning feeling blessed and grateful. I know that I did. As I always say, Christmas isn’t about what’s under the tree…it’s about whose gathered around it. Of course, COVID-19 has changed our world immensely and many of us played it safe this year, only celebrating with immediate family. Andrew, Greyson, and I spent Christmas Eve at home and Christmas Day we woke up, opened gifts, and […]
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I’m posting a day early, because tomorrow I’ll be busy and spending the day with my family. I’ll be drinking wine, eating good food, and soaking in one of my favorite holidays. Besides taking photos, I won’t be on my phone very much. I know that this year is different than years past, but I’m more thankful than ever for what I have and who I have. Ever since I was a […]
I went for a run last week for the first time in years. In high school, I used to go for runs to escape from my thoughts for a little while because when you’re working out, sweating, and focusing on your body, you can quiet your emotions. I walked by so many little kids heading back to school after what has been the hardest year any of us have ever experienced from Covid-19 and our […]
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