There was once a fresh stick of gum. She was selected out of the pack of her gum family at just the right time. With a pocket stuffed with promises. Full of flavor and natural color, she brought joy and pleasure to her environment - filling the place with mouthwatering pleasantries. But far sooner than she thought, [...]
Tag: identity
Shadow Self
It seems like my true self, this inner kid, has been carried off by my Father. They are out on adventures in the wilderness, the son being taught skills and training for a new life. He is being shown a whole new world I am not a part of. Though we are the same, there is [...]
The Heartland
There was once a boy, not unlike you. In fact, he was made in the likeness of Someone no one had ever seen. He knew he wasn't quite what he should be, so he couldn't belong or sit still. Something inside kept reminding him there was so much more. He searched under rocks and looked inside [...]
Shadowboxing Isn’t Nothing
God I can't handle these feelings for much longer or I will be the one that explodes. My blood will paint the surroundings red and my body parts will be found all over the place. It's so much worse that I don't even know what I'm feeling. Am I crazy? Moved to tears by this [...]
The Canary Is Dead
Perched in a tree of everything I thought I knew. I chose to let go. I heard rumors of flight. That these wings and feathers were made for more than looks. Yet so many are content to live below the canopy. That freedom is only an idea, a concept, not a way of life. Choosing comfort over purpose. I was [...]
Welcome to my mind
I was going to name this one My Private Parts, referring to the things I prefer not to talk about, but I decided otherwise. Welcome to my mind. You don't need to take your shoes off. Just step inside and have a look around. It's not as spacious as I wish it was, but I [...]
Risk To Be Known
There is an empty hole inside of me, a deep sadness void of lasting friendships. All of my friends growing up either moved away or moved out of my life. I have never really had a best friend. My relationships have always been shallow, though my deep calls out, longing to be heard. But there's no [...]
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