relationships
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Nervous
The last few days have been tense between me and Damien. He’s been working nonstop on his lyrics. When he does have free time, he’s rarely ever in a good mood. I love him, I really do, but sometimes it feels as though he doesn’t want me to. It’s as if everything I do upsets… Continue reading
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Excerpt From My Mother’s Diary
Dear Diary, I’m so lucky. It’s what people tell me. It’s what I tell myself at night when my feet ache after a 10-hour shift at McDonald’s and I think about complaining because Robert never helps me with cooking, dishes, laundry, or anything. I’m lucky to even have him. I should be grateful I’m not… Continue reading
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April 4, 1988
We celebrated Robert’s 25th birthday today. The entire day I told myself that it was too soon to be celebrating birthdays. But there was something about him. He made me laugh teeth out and snorting laughs. He listened when I talked about my family. He made my days a little brighter. It just felt right. … Continue reading
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Hoping
He would be 51 this year. Am I going to think about his age every August? Absolutely. He was my best friend. My biggest supporter. He wanted to give me the world, but he settled for a house. All I can do is write about him so that I can share stories of him to… Continue reading
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The One that Got Away
You know who it is, you’re picturing him in your mind right now. Remembering the way he looked at you when he was a few drinks in and his eyes couldn’t lie anymore. Remembering all the promises you made on those long summer nights. Remembering that they were all broken the day he left. And… Continue reading
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Friends
Shortly after New Year’s, Henry suggested they try Hawaiian baby wood rose seeds, also known as LSA. “They make you trip like acid, but without the crazy visuals,” he explained with a mischievous glint in his eye. He convinced Aidan and Diana to join him, assuring them it would be an unforgettable experience. Diana hesitated;… Continue reading
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Kryptonite
He was the warmth I needed to mend the cold over my heart. His touch sparked something inside that I’ve never felt before. It was as if all my life I lived in a melancholy state of mind and I’m just now noticing that there could be more. He came into my life and I… Continue reading
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Pride
Everyone’s greatest sin. When I think of pride I don’t think of parades and rainbows and glitter. I think long nights where neither one of us is speaking. Where both of us think we are right, but neither one of us are. Nights where I want to apologize but not before he does. Nights where… Continue reading
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Disgusting Little Details
He used to make eggs and chorizo every Sunday morning, and added a lot of salt on his plate. He came into bed every night smelling like the earth, his breath hot and grimy. I couldn’t tell when he brushed his teeth last He loved the sound of a Starbucks drink lid coming off. One… Continue reading
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Sometimes People are Great
My first assistant was very shy and very sweet. When I opened up to me I learned how complicated her world was, how haunted by the past, and how supported she was in Minnesota. Losing her was rough. She had a way with kids that just came naturally. I could never sooth them that way.… Continue reading
About Me
Hi there! I’m thrilled to have you join me on my blog. I write fiction, nonfiction, and everything in between.
In my free time, I like to keep busy with a variety of hobbies. I’m an avid reader and writer, I love to knit, crochet, and embroider.
At the end of the day, though, my main priority is spending time with my loved ones. Whether it’s traveling or just spending quality time together, I’m happiest when I’m surrounded by those I care about.
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