When I was younger I never thought about time. It seemed endless and forgiving. But as I grew older I realized time is finite. And I wondered, how does one go from being a ingénue to a blossomed 40 something? The years seem somewhat dream like. It’s as if one blink brought me forward 3 decades. … Continue reading »
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Christmas Eve …
I’ve always been nostalgic about Christmas. There’s something about it that brings me to a stage of soulfulness that other holidays can not. When I was a little girl Christmas Eve was magical. The warmth of a fire, Christmas music emanating from the console, a new pair of pajamas (that usually matched my sisters) and Santa Clause. … Continue reading »
Sometimes It Happens …
There are times, like tonight, when I wish that I had someone. Someone to help me deal with things that frustrate me, such as a recalcitrant fire alarm that will not stop chirping. Someone to laugh at the tantrum that I just threw, whilst standing upon a chair and hitting said fire alarm. I long … Continue reading »
In The Blood …
I wish to be an addiction. A virus in the body that makes ones heart beat faster and blood run hot. A scalding presence that sinks deep into the crevices of a brain, finding its way into the recesses, while melting reason along its path. A thought so prevalent that sleep can not erase the … Continue reading »
Todays Longing…
The day is hot and slow. I’m longing to be away from it all. Someplace where the earth is a red clay. Where the smell of sweet grass is strong and the heat is dry and saturating. I want to see wild flowers. And, watch horses graze in a pasture. I want to know that when evening … Continue reading »
Cape Cod Longing…
I miss Cape Cod. The last time I visited was in September 2009. It’s been much too long. I remember it was stunningly beautiful in the Fall. The sunlight was dappled and welcoming. The Indian Summer air was warm and left lingering remnants of salt on my lips. I recall a red moon rose on the first night and it’s … Continue reading »
