Tag: memories

Unravelling – A Poem

I have been trying to untie myself, letting my mind gently unravel as I try to find out who I am. Delving into the forest of string, yarn, and pieces of ribbon that has piled at my feet like water, I grab hold of… Continue Reading “Unravelling – A Poem”

A Gathering of Bridges – A Poem

Smetimes, I get lost. There are too many roadways within me, paths that lead into shadows, covered by a gathering of bridges built over the difficult parts of my past. It was the only way that I could cope. I can’t let go of… Continue Reading “A Gathering of Bridges – A Poem”

Memory Photographs – A Poem

I remember counting the pills that I had poured into my hand. They lay in my palm like scattered teeth and I wondered if it would hurt when I swallowed them, taking a pound of flesh on their way down. I remember the sunshine… Continue Reading “Memory Photographs – A Poem”

Me, Too – A Poem

*Content Warning: The following poem deals with topics such as sexual assault and self harm. Me, Too The three of you take up so much space in my head. Though each of you are gone from my life, remnants of you remain. I don’t… Continue Reading “Me, Too – A Poem”

The Lady Made of Light – A Poem

*For Rachael, with thanks for the joy you bring and the lessons you taught me. Happy Birthday! I’m wandering through the forest. I can hear the whisper of the trees and the moon is shining down upon me. Following it, I find myself at… Continue Reading “The Lady Made of Light – A Poem”