“Where are you taking me?” Katora raised her hand to undo the red scarf covering her eyes. “No, no, no.” Kai reached out to her. “Just a little bit further. You trust me?” She laughed, notes dancing upon the air like flower petals. “Have you met you?” “Touche. But wait…Please.” His lips brushed her ear.… Continue reading Turning Tides
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Sweet Confessions
Side by side, we sat on the old park bench. The late spring air hung heavy around us like a priest’s confessional. Unspoken words buzzed and danced about our heads with all the welcome of a mosquito swarm. I think we both hoped if we ignored the words long enough, they would disappear. I sat… Continue reading Sweet Confessions
Your Father’s Song
Be still, my child. Be still and listen to the lullaby your father sings for you. Listen closely. Can you hear? The gentle lapping of the waves upon the shore. His voice is there, in the deep. His message of love for you. Listen. I will tell you, he is not gone.Your father is here,… Continue reading Your Father’s Song
Lost and Found
Note to self; this is why you never go camping, hiking, backpacking, or anything else that could be classified under “outdoorsy”. You are a city boy. Accept it and move on. Go, my therapist said. Give yourself some time away from all the demands and chaos surrounding you. Give yourself space to think. A space… Continue reading Lost and Found
A Bottle of Wine
“Screw you, too!” I screamed to the slamming front door. Even knowing he wouldn’t hear me, I couldn’t help but add a resounding, “Bastard!”, punctuated by the throwing of a coaster. It hit the wall with a dull thud, causing a picture to fall and crack sharply on the hardwood floor. “Gahhh!” My hands clenched,… Continue reading A Bottle of Wine