This is the time of year when people reflect upon what has happened and what will be. But I’d rather reflect upon the now. The moment I’m living in this very second. And this second, for me, is all about honesty. As real and pure as honesty is, it’s also hard. It’s not always easy to give. And it can be difficult to hear. But acknowledgment of the truth can change the very seconds we’re … [Read more...]
Waiting…
I talk out loud – creating conversation. I visualize facial expressions – squinting, mouth tightening, furrowing brows. I observe me – my breathing, my heartbeat, my hands clenching. Then I listen. Where is this taking me? What should happen next? How will this all come together? And then there is silence. I wait. But the voices are mute. I try to force them, but it’s no use. … [Read more...]
Voices In My Head
In twenty minutes, everyone will remember you when you're gone. And your heart is a stone buried underneath your pretty clothes. Don't you know people write songs about girls like you? What will you do when something stops you? What will you say to the world? What will you be when it all comes crashing down on you, little girl? What would you do if you lost your beauty? How would you … [Read more...]