These words are, and forever will be, my legacy.
Hidden behind his smile lies paradise, calling out to me, waiting for me to get lost within the bliss it brings. His eyes reflect that of a palm tree, with his green leafed iris and flecks of brown coconuts scattered throughout, bringing me to a calm whenever he peers deep into my eyes. Instead of... Continue Reading →
There is a dirt laced track that seemingly brings about nothing but death and decay, but I see beauty and life behind this mess. The train running through these tracks, albeit worn down and covered in the markings of gangs making a name for themselves, pulls through no matter what, carrying necessities vital to the... Continue Reading →
Living in a world in which being anything but a rose, brings about a certain unhappiness. Tuck in that tummy. Perk up those lips. Brighten that smile. Lift up that ass. Make sure you’re perfect. Don’t let them see the imperfections you carry within yourself. You should be happy that you look like a rose,... Continue Reading →
Everyday the boys come and watch me wrap my legs around the silver pole. They sit and stare as my two piece hugs the curves of my body. The sound of the blaring music hides the howls of the dogs throwing bills at us. Every woman for herself when those bills come flying our way. Every... Continue Reading →
I was trapped in a relationship, unable to break free from the cage he kept me in. No matter how hard I tried to flee, he’d always find his way back to me. Every escape on my part only enforced the cage he so desperately held me in. Unable to break free, I was forced... Continue Reading →
They told me I was stupid for staying this long. He’s different, I’d always say. But was he really that different if he hurt you like everyone else? You tell yourself he made you happy. Even when the tears came down whenever he told you he loved you. You knew it wasn’t true, but you... Continue Reading →
I knew it was over when you looked at her the way you used to look at me. I thought I would be the one to have your name, but she came and took that away from me. You walked away without looking back. No matter how hard I cry. No matter how much I... Continue Reading →
Her peacock feather colored eyes, green with specks of blue, began to cloud. Revealing the downpour making its way into her heart. The bushy caterpillar lying atop her eyes, burrowed deep into her forehead from the anger that lied ahead. The veins circling her eyes and running through her temples, bulged enough to look like... Continue Reading →
Instead of waking up in the usual flamingo pink comforter, I open my eyes to the sight of crabs crawling up my stomach, attempting to find access down my throat. I sit up to stare at the baby crabs trying to penetrate my mouth and smack them off before they get the chance. All but... Continue Reading →
It was the middle of the night when you came over in that sweet ride of yours. You used to always pull up to the driveway with a wisp of cool air surrounding you. But that night, oh that dreaded night, you came with the grim reaper waiting to slash my heart into two. You... Continue Reading →
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