Mark is the black sheep of the family and thinks the government monitors cell phones, so he never called. But when Ben receives a letter with an… Read more “The Invitation”
Category: love
When I knew it was Love
A dream-like state caressesthe part of me that distinguishesthe authentic person I seewhen you shoot me a sultry gaze,tucking your long, dark bangs back behind your ear.A… Read more “When I knew it was Love”
Vulnerable to Love
Absent my intention,I set myself up for failure.Loneliness anchors disappointmentunder chilled tides of sadness,wanting to love but smotheredin unlovability.On mornings, I crawled out of bed,kneeling before my… Read more “Vulnerable to Love”
Hannah is a Keeper
The pavement is sizzling with rising heat,and my damp brow reminds me it’s summer.I siphoned enough heartacheto rescue the dead of their broken hearts.I slammed my eyes… Read more “Hannah is a Keeper”
The Unemployed Catch
I sat over a cigarette and a local newspaper at the kitchen table. I was going over the classifieds. I shifted my notepad and glasses and reached… Read more “The Unemployed Catch”
Life Without Love
Imagine it. I tried to. Want to? I don’t. Beyond me, it must be. The terror shook me. Joylous smiles fixed on faces — save one. Ava’s… Read more “Life Without Love”
Pity Party
Me? Not invited.I figured as much.Maybe it’s for the best.Don’t blame attendees.I broke your heart, not them.In fairness, I wear my feelings on my sleeve.Staying in your… Read more “Pity Party”
Dreams over Dates
(Revised) I find it not hard to believe that which I can’t conceive.The idle hands of my mind’s eye paint a picture that simmers the winter’s bone… Read more “Dreams over Dates”
You Can’t Get Rid of Me
Mary’s looking around.Shovel clanked hard earth.Mary stops, eyes darting either way.I think she can hear me.I know she can’t see me.Why?I’m six feet underneath her bare feet.How… Read more “You Can’t Get Rid of Me”
Revenge Cheater
How does it feel?And what’s with the puffy eyes?Been crying?Look, it meant nothing.Isn’t that what you said?You gotta believe…Don’t believe me, do you?I should have guessed you… Read more “Revenge Cheater”
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