I tucked away the unedited version of me. It sat folded and unread until now. See, I’ve been waiting for you. My blue eyes blink slowly as your fingers slip underneath my blouse. It’s our first taste of one another, but...
love
Salt & Silk: Silk Takes Command
"In Part 3, Lily and Jane's relationship turns and deepens."
Three nights after the evening that had unravelled Lily so completely, Jane opened her door to unexpectedly find Lily standing there, city lights glittering behind her like scattered diamonds.It had been a brutal week for Lily, endless meetings, a partner...
The Volcano
"Even if they don't see it, I do and it's beauty beyond words."
I love you as the earth loves its fire,in silence, in secret,where molten rivers dream beneath stone.You rise like a mountain crowned in storms,your silhouette carved by centuries of struggle,and I—I am the pilgrim who kneels at your edge,listening to...
What Is True Love
"How do we express true love?"
Let me be your vicious protector.For foes that come your way may be slain by my resolve.They'll perish by the steely edges and tip of my sword.Let me be your rock and guiding light.So that you'll never be alone in...
Friday Morning – Part 1
"Who would have thought that getting caught by his daughter, having sex, would lead to this?"
His sixteen-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Em (short for Emma), entered the kitchen as Matt finished his cereal, perched on the high stool by the breakfast bar. She exchanged a sly glance at her father and proceeded to get a dish from the...
There’s no shame in breaking—even gold recalls its flame.I try to gather what is aching,piece by fragile piece remaking,and whisper every fault by name.And you keep watch beside me,soft breath upon my scar—your hands relearning edges,find hollows where hurt still...
I’ll Leave The Door Unlocked
"I had a long week, and I need some down time, thank goodness for the weekend."
I strip out of my top and leggings and turn on the shower and some music. As I wait for the water to warm, I admire myself in the mirror. My pale white skin is finally starting to get some...
Flames of Love
"Love can create flames."
My fire burns hot in my soul for you.Your fire for me scorches me.My flame flickers in the night. Your flame is bright lighting up the night sky. Two candles held together can make an inferno.The candles become as one....
Walking Home in a Gentle Rain
"For those yearning for that special someone to come home to..."
Walking home in a gentle rain under the oak trees draped in Spanish moss, all my thoughts turn to you, my sweet love.Where are you this moment? Does the sun shine warm upon your shoulders while a gentle breeze softly...
Still Waters Beckon
"How can love hurt so much...?"
I didn’t know it would hurt this muchLoveCaptivated from the momentI first saw youSmitten by your coy smileYour laughing eyesMischievous grinAnd unfettered soulIn the twinkling of an eyeWe were wedJoined together for lifeFused with a vitalityAn intimate mergingOf two incandescent...