Tag: Queer

In the Shadows of Trees – A Poem

I am more than my disability. Someone once referred to me as a walking stereotype: I am a disabled, queer abuse survivor. How I bristled at being described that way, like I was an afterthought, or that I could be described in one word.… Continue Reading “In the Shadows of Trees – A Poem”

The Cavern – A Poem

Every time I was taught to be ashamed of myself, I would put a little piece of my spirit within the shadows of the cavern. When I had to go to school and pretend to be someone that I wasn’t so that I could… Continue Reading “The Cavern – A Poem”

Upon the Midnight Queer by ‘Nathan Burgoine – A Book Review

There are all kinds of things I look forward to during the holiday season: ugly holiday sweaters, hot chocolate, baking more than usual, time with family and friends and the new holiday story by ‘Nathan Burgoine. Every year, he takes a classic holiday tale… Continue Reading “Upon the Midnight Queer by ‘Nathan Burgoine – A Book Review”

The Star Among the Trees – A Poem

I came out to myself, first. It happened in the forest that I would retreat to when I closed my eyes. There was a word for people like me. The crows would call out the name to each other and it sounded like home.… Continue Reading “The Star Among the Trees – A Poem”

Stuck With You by ‘Nathan Burgoine – A Book Review

Ben isn’t having any of it. When his cell phone is broken while he is visiting his father, Ben survives by sheer will alone. Unable to text his mother or his friends for three weeks has put Ben in a bit of a foul… Continue Reading “Stuck With You by ‘Nathan Burgoine – A Book Review”