Published in Write Speak Play·PinnedMember-onlyInner AnarchyIs there peace to be had? — What is this mayhem festering like a boil in my soul? A simmering rage is bubbling, yet can’t be put into words, without calling into question the motives of people around me. When despair and rage serenades, I Wish I were a fearless renegade. Flee this ship of broken dreams. The wasted years…Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Published in The Black Veil·PinnedMember-onlyA Shadow of My Former SelfMy very own purgatory of hell — Have I come so far only to slink away to the murky corners of my jaded soul? Have I quietly quit this life? Dreading the day before me Stretching into long listless years ahead?The Black Veil2 min readThe Black Veil2 min read
Published in MuddyUm·PinnedMember-onlyI Have I.B.S. But It’s Not What You Think!So many acronyms — Irritable Bowel Syndrome is what most people are familiar with when they hear the acronym IBS, which is what my wonderful G.I. doctor informed me of a while back. Quite a while ago, like over a decade and half, if I’m honest. However, IBS can stand for more than Irritable…Health3 min readHealth3 min read
PinnedMember-onlyWhen Poetry Rumbles From Deep WithinYou live in a rhythm so divine — Poetry sings from my soul From my head down to my toes It helps me makes sense of life’s woes. I don’t always know from where the words come; but when I pour my heart out, I feel less glumPoetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
PinnedMember-onlyThe Brother No One Here Knows About.And why it’s easier to say I have no siblings. — I haven’t seen my brother since I was 11 years old. He was adopted by another family so he could have a better life. I knew in my heart it was for the best, but a part of me died when I realized we wouldn’t grow up together. …Loss8 min readLoss8 min read
5 days agoMember-onlyOh What a Crying ShameOn each other we cast the blame — So sorry you’re compelled to blame me for all life’s woes I'm in the same boat, that’s how life flows. So many years have passed, So much apathy and contempt, So much to be desired on both our parts. Our hearts left parched in a cart.Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Mar 12Member-onlyHow Much of a Bitch Am I?TOO DAMN MUCH You see the furrowed brow? Just crop the eye part and you could be looking at my RBF doppelganger. Think I’m kidding? Believe me; I wish I was. Let’s get started. It must be that time of the month again, because I’m in my total bitch phase. As in, sorry…Women4 min readWomen4 min read
Feb 19Member-onlyGarden of Neuro Is Looking For a Few Good Women!!Come and knock on our virtual door! ❤️ — I need a helping hand! I’m in a wonderful group of women called The Garden of Neuro. I’ve been in this group for a little over two years, and I feel like I’ve found people who really “get me". I’m currently a Silver Ambassador in the group, with just one more referral to reach Gold…Women3 min readWomen3 min read
Published in Ain’t Yo’ Mama’s Tea Party!·Jan 31Member-onlyFor the dark and Foreboding WomanI’m looking at you — For the dark and foreboding woman who hides her sorrow awaiting a sunny tomorrow. It may seem happy days are rather scarce. On brighter days, you know it’s a farce. You keep plugging away, each and every day. You wonder what it’s all for, but blind hope helps you cope. …Poetry2 min readPoetry2 min read
Jan 18Member-onlyWhen Money is Tied To Self-worthYou’ll always be in the red The title brings up mixed thoughts and emotions for me. What thoughts does it provoke for you? Money and self worth tend to go hand in hand, at least to me. When it comes to feeling like I’m worth what I have. …Money5 min readMoney5 min read
