poetry
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Writing Exercise: Rediscovering My Ideal Reader and Why It Still Matters
A rediscovered writing exercise from 2022 reminded me why I started writing in the first place—to connect with the reader curled up with a cozy drink, craving a story that lingers long after the last word. I’ve added fresh reads,… Continue reading
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At Some Point
“At some point, I’ll be able to hold myself together—stronger, steadier, for longer. The tears won’t always fall from pain, and maybe the climb won’t always feel uphill. Maybe, just maybe, someday I’ll be seen… truly considered. Maybe someday… at… Continue reading
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The Story of Greta
Ever met someone who plays the victim so well, you start questioning your own sanity? Yeah… meet Greta. This short story is a throwback from a 2022 writing assignment where I was challenged to describe a personality trait that’s hard… Continue reading
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The Weight of Love
✨Originally written in March 2022, The Weight of Love was a reflection on how deeply we feel the joy—and pain—of those we hold closest. But over time, the meaning behind these words shifted for me. With growth, healing, and faith,… Continue reading
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The Shadow People
You feel them before you see them… Shadows slipping through the stillness, haunting the edges of your mind. They move in whispers, in echoes, in chills down your spine. This reimagined gothic poem captures the lingering presence of something unseen—watching,… Continue reading
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Where Mean Lives, Love Stays
🖤 Living With Mean – A Story of Chaos, Pain… and Unyielding Love What happens when the one you love becomes the very storm that shakes your world? “Living With Mean” is a raw and emotional glimpse into the heartache… Continue reading
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Built of Fire and Love
Built of Fire and Love is a poetic tribute to the layered beauty of a man deeply loved. Through two intimate and powerful poems, this piece explores the duality of masculine strength—both the protector and the provider, the hunter and… Continue reading
