I bit my tongue beforethe words slipped throughmy lips.I sharpened my overacting skills to fine points,holding onto a thread of what was leftof hope by the skin… Read more “Sara’s Three Words”
Tag: anxiety
Text Creek Love
My wrists jittered as my fingersdanced over keys on the board,composing a series of text messages,most of which will go without saying,saying a goddamn word; the words… Read more “Text Creek Love”
Wedding Nerves
Time was of the essence,but no one seemed to know.It must have slipped her mind;it almost did mine.I bargained for morethan I expected.I could have leftwith my… Read more “Wedding Nerves”
I’m Listening (Biting My Tongue)
I speak too much,hanging my head in disgust.My cheeks blush with lust.My mouth sealed shut.So that not even the trees could hear me screamwhat’s to be of… Read more “I’m Listening (Biting My Tongue)”
Bloody Roses
It’s January, and I lost track of time and a wrinkled letter dated September; we did a night or two in the back seat of her hummer.I… Read more “Bloody Roses”
Promises After Dark
We all want our last first kiss with that special someone — whether we want to admit it. I’d been pushed around by too many lovers. I’d… Read more “Promises After Dark”
Love Lasts Forever
I fixed my thick, dark hair in place and turned Mary’s head as I crossed the ballroom. I didn’t have to wait to see her up close… Read more “Love Lasts Forever”
We Need a Break
“It’s depression, can I come in?” “Yeah…I’m kinda busy today, dear.” “I’m free next Tuesday.” “I’m busy that day, too.” “How’s tomorrow night sound?” “I have a… Read more “We Need a Break”
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