I love your sweet nothings, little kisses you drop landing on the back of my neck like raindrops, splish, splash, or like a soft knock on my bedroom door, tap, tap, tap, may I come in? The pad of your thumb paces across my hairline, smoothing my edges; make me whole. Lately,… Continue reading Sweet Nothings
Did I write a poem about a headache? Yes. Yes, I did. I was feeling so uncomfortable, that I even managed to write it all down at the worst part of the headache. I'd say it was worth it. Enjoy! *** Ticks and Clicks Minutes tick, click, like bugs’ legs, scuttling, needling, crawling across crusty… Continue reading Ticks and Clicks
My favorite type of story to write is a fantasy adventure, and my favorite story structure is the YA novel. So, I guess one for two isn't bad! Instead of a novel, here's a poem based on one of my old WIPs. Hopefully, someday the story will see the light of day. But for now,… Continue reading Drum
I wanted to share a poem with you today: originally, I had an idea in mind for a poem, and that idea completely abandoned me. I never got that idea back, but I complained loudly enough for a fellow writer to hear. He suggested writing a poem about forgetting an idea. So, here it is! If you… Continue reading Tugs and Plucks
I know, I know. I keep saying I'm a prose writer. But poetry is just so satisfying to write, and it's also fun to share! I wrote this one with specific characters in mind (not necessarily my own characters), but I prefer to let it stand on its own. Enjoy! *** Mud Boats Green gems… Continue reading Mud Boats
