I close my eyes and see the walls of my youth, zig-zagging across my memory. The lines that defined us as children. Our young bodies denuding the… Read more “The Zig Zag”
Morning Wake Up Call
I hear the thump of tiny feet. My body rises up to meet itself, breaking through the surface of slumber, gasping for morning air. Thump. Quiet. I… Read more “Morning Wake Up Call”
Coffee Cake Heartache
Sophie sat with her legs swinging over the edge of her chair, watching her Grandmother carefully as she moved about the kitchen. Grandma was a big lady,… Read more “Coffee Cake Heartache”
Paper Skin
I saw you so fragile today. Not with anger or grief as I’ve seen before, but for the first time, with age. I reached out and touched… Read more “Paper Skin”
This Is Me
I have been a face for thirty eight years now. It’s been real. The sum of my parts isn’t unattractive, but individually, I’ve seen better. But then… Read more “This Is Me”
3 Ways To Die
There are 3 ways to die. To shuffle gently off this mortal coil, to jump or to be pushed. She knew which one she would have chosen.… Read more “3 Ways To Die”
Sliabh na mBan
I live at the foot of a mountain. She is called Sliabh na mBan. She is truly beautiful. Her face changes with every season, from lush summer… Read more “Sliabh na mBan”
What A Glorious Summer We’re Having…
I lie on the ground feeling the fresh, green grass press against my cheek. Face down, at the edge of my gaze I can see the clear… Read more “What A Glorious Summer We’re Having…”