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Famished
Her world would never be the same. In twelve short hours Her life turned upside down. Another person in such a situation might be shaking with fury, but to her it was a welcomed chance at freedom. Nothing held her back as she packed up her meager belongings and disappeared into the night. She knewContinue reading “Famished”
Burnt
The fire snapped and hissed as the coals burned down to ash on the hearth. The shadows played along the rough stones from the sconces mounted in the corners of the room. For generations this room was a meeting place for everyone old and young. Stories, tragedies, and triumphs coated the walls thicker than theContinue reading “Burnt”
Zenith
The ever rising hum behind the curtain indicated another packed house. Moisture dripped from my fingertips. I was a frightened ten-year-old once more, stepping onto the stage for the first time. I no longer lost my nerve and ran for cover, but the anxiety never went away. The enormity of the situation was very real,Continue reading “Zenith”
Fire
The inner turmoil was all consuming. She stood at the crossroads of her future, and her heart pounded in wild anticipation of what was to come. The past tore her to pieces, but she walked free stronger and ready to start again. The fear burned within her soul, but she pushed it aside, and walkedContinue reading “Fire”
Memories
The dappled shadows danced over the foliage as she walked along the weathered garden path. Beating the coming chill of the approaching night was ever present in her mind. Why had she come back in the first place? This long-forgotten grove held nothing but painful memories. When she’d left, she’d hoped they’d be erased byContinue reading “Memories”
Light
She stepped deftly across the worn, moss-covered stones. The birds sang happily in the trees. It was good to be home. She’d truly missed this place so much. She’d stayed away too long. The quiet clearing opened its ancient, gauzy boughs to her, and she felt the weight of ten years lift from her shoulders.Continue reading “Light”
Swelter
He saw her walk into the crowded dining room. His heart pounded against his ribs, and he wiped clammy hands against his thighs. Why did he ever think this was going to work? It all seemed so simple on paper, but real life was always so much more complex than words on a page. MentallyContinue reading “Swelter”
What This is all About
I’ve decided to take on writing with vigor once again. For a while now, I’ve let the life work balance convince me writing would have to wait. I justified this by thinking if I waited there would be more time. The problem was, without committing to writing more, the time would never come. Writing isContinue reading “What This is all About”
Shadow
Shadow The sun was just peeking over the hill as she pulled out her keys and locked the door for the last time. It was a bitter sweet moment, but she was happy none the less. It was astounding how much her life changed in the last twenty four hours. She pulled the key offContinue reading “Shadow”
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