Creaking, crumbling wood underfoot Made known the man’s curious stride. The door that smelled of paint and soot Held secrets, a mystery lied. He first heard snickering,…… Read more “It Killed the Gentleman”
Tea Treat
Vapors of sweet and simmering scald The porcelain pot screeches and spouts A stream of sugar smells that called All to savor her, all noses and snouts……… Read more “Tea Treat”
Coveted Chance
Should a kiss be laid upon your lips, Some final act performed? I say not, for sin begot A pain far worse than death; To lose a…… Read more “Coveted Chance”
What Dreams Bring
Personal Edit ~ 26Jan16 When I think about you, my curious sweet, My heart spreads its hopeful wings to fly! I dream of those times when lovers…… Read more “What Dreams Bring”
Ivory Rose
Smooth, soft silk-ivory rose, Of purest beauty, innocent. Dashed shards of blue crystal snows to her glistening eyes, Brisk, piercing light be her delightful scent. As a…… Read more “Ivory Rose”
Newfound Love
That soothing voice, my own lullaby Mine ears so dream to hear the heavenly music! And in the absence, mine eyes doth cry For t’was my heart…… Read more “Newfound Love”
Loneliness (Haiku)
This soft loneliness Sears like coals on my tongue, That smoldering sting…
Writing Camp ~ Little Creek, 2008
Myself, Judah, Nichole, Gabrielle, Robert This is perhaps the oldest photo of myself I can find (in grade 7 at least). It’s quite blurry and crude as…… Read more “Writing Camp ~ Little Creek, 2008”
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