I have held that terrible time against youand against myself for many years now.I felt shame that I found myself in sucha vulnerable situation,embarrassed that I didn’t seewhat must have been obvious—or not,since you were (are) quite adeptat disguising that abusive part of who you are. I have carried that time in my body,shrinking back…
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Poem: I Have Lost the Spring in My Step
I have lost the spring in my stepMy lower back hurts, and it’s no funI think I need to move moreSitting in a chair for hours Hunched over a computer Could be the culprit An occupational hazardFor this writer and writing teacherCurrently, I am standing and typingSeeing if this homemade standing deskMight ease the sharp…
Haiku Prompt: Healing Gifts
This was a good day An old friend was kind to me Gave back some keep-sakes Nothing of value Except to me and my kin A kind gift of love Good actions can heal Close wounds that have long since ached Shift coldness to warmth Tonight I sleep glad Knowing big-heartedness lives Feeling its embrace
20 Minutes a Day 