Photo by Bree Leto The weather is grey as if it can sense my thoughts about you During a solitary walk I whisper your name to the trees – each syllable holding a tapestry of memories In my ashen mood I take refuge under the hemisphere of an evergreen I sigh into the leaves hoping they’ll send messages on theContinueContinue reading “Leaves (with audio)”
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Song Writing
Image found here on Pinterest If there’s a woman for whom your heart longs pick up your courage and write her a song When you come to write don’t rush, take it slow simply think of her and the song will grow Choose the best lyrics write in the best key add a killer hook practice constantly Pick the right moment await a bright day seizeContinueContinue reading “Song Writing”
Always Yours, Never Mine
Original image found here on Pinterest I’m here the one you love but aren’t in love with steadfast by your side as we navigate life I’m here lighting up at the very sight of youwhile your casual smile douses my joy every time I’m here sharing all things deep and taboo ready, at any moment,ContinueContinue reading “Always Yours, Never Mine”
Blank Stare
Soldier by Carlos Alberto Martínez – Carlos’ original work is in colour and it’s fantastic I tell you I feel alone you stare back at me confirming my deepest fears – you’re emotionally unavailable (again) I’m all alone (again) Open your mouth tell me what you’re thinking give me a glimpse of your heart – do you have space in there forContinueContinue reading “Blank Stare”
Jasmine
Original image found here My favourite smell in the world is the scent of Jasmine in the air before it rains. It reminds me of my youth, sitting on my bed beside an open window, drinking in the feelings of first love. When all of life’s possibilities layed themselves out like a blanket of starsContinueContinue reading “Jasmine”
Sweet Poison (with audio)
Image found here on Pinterest I gave you all my love you gave me all your lies – sweet poison on your lips I miss you pretending that you cared make-believing that you loved me – sweet poison in my ears I see you with her now loving from your whole being – sweet poison to my heart I envy theContinueContinue reading “Sweet Poison (with audio)”
Language Warning
Every now and then when nothing seems to fit I get the urge to shout out loud “Fuck this fucking shit” But I scream it in my mind because it’s not polite say I shake it off, continue on and go about my day Originally published 2 July 2020
This Place Is Home (with audio)
Original image found here on Pinterest The smell of the slow-cooking roastlaughter bouncing off the freshly painted walls smile on my face this place is home Carefully thought-out desserts catering to all the dietary needs everyone belongs this place is home Space to spread out and relax feet pounding up (and down) the stairs no need to hush this place is home AContinueContinue reading “This Place Is Home (with audio)”
Ghost Writer
And just like that our chapter ended not because the page turned but because you stopped writing mid-sentence – Turns out you’re the best ghost writer there is
What To Say
Image found here on Pinterest As I watch your world shattermine does too into a complex mix of compassionand putting myself in your shoes I’m glad it’s not me but I don’t want it to be you What can I saythat could possibly take the pain away?There are no wordsand there’s no need Words can’t heal a broken heart and mourningContinueContinue reading “What To Say”