Today’s teabag read prosperity is impossible without gratefulness. Great reminder. I’ve been struggling lately to be grateful, focusing instead on… Read more Joy like A River
Wading
Last year and the year prior, dating has felt a bit like a manic cross between dumpster diving and thrift… Read more Wading
Serendipity
My fingers halted mid-scroll as the TV remote highlighted the word. “Serendity,” I squealed from the sunken couch cushion. I… Read more Serendipity
Regarde-moi
I woke up on the brown couch in our Dallas living room at 11:37 pm. I don’t remember closing my… Read more Regarde-moi
Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
A loud clattering woke me and mom up. Through sleepy eyes we fought to determine the source. The mirror wall.… Read more Mirror, Mirror On The Wall
Iron Woman
Identity is a funny thing. It’s not one-dimensional. Instead, it’s an ever-shifting kaleidoscope. What you see depends on where you… Read more Iron Woman
The Tale of the Violet Dress
I contemplated throwing it away. Along with my bedding. But decided to try and salvage it. Went to the cleaners… Read more The Tale of the Violet Dress
Funny Valentine
The dozen white roses withered, turning yellowish-brown as they finally succumbed and crumbled to ash from the decay of time.… Read more Funny Valentine
Muraled Memories
I listened to the voice on the other side of the phone saying all the right words. Beamed. And said… Read more Muraled Memories
Period.
“Your uterus is not a normal uterus,” he shrugged. I was vulnerable. Feet on stirrups. Butt slid down on a… Read more Period.