Dear Future Person, I Am Not Ashamed

I did nothing wrong. I didn't do something to deserve this kind of poverty, it just happened. I want you to know that. My mom escaped an abusive boyfriend who hurt all three of us, because she decided she'd rather live alone then put her children in jeopardy again. She was hurt, and traumatized, and … Continue reading Dear Future Person, I Am Not Ashamed

Reverse Psychology Is a Bitch Ain’t It?

I Promised you when I started this website it wasn't going to be easy to read. It wasn't going to be comfortable to be a part of the world that I grew up in, but I did it, and now all I have left are the stories that remind me that I've had a truly … Continue reading Reverse Psychology Is a Bitch Ain’t It?

Thank You Oscar The Grouch, It’s Time to Grow Up but I Promise to Visit

So just now before I sat down to write this, I cleaned up the kitchen by putting the dishes in the sink and spraying down the stovetop. Normally this wouldn't be a big deal, but I miss this side of myself. The side that cleans up messes and puts stuff where it belongs, because I've … Continue reading Thank You Oscar The Grouch, It’s Time to Grow Up but I Promise to Visit

Follow the Fog

"How are you doing?" She asks me, a friend I've barely scratched the surface of knowing. The first one to ask how I'm doing in months, and to give me the space to talk about how I'm feeling. "Honestly I'm scared, things are starting to come together, and I'm afraid I'm still on the edge … Continue reading Follow the Fog

Do You Know Who Built This House?

I did. And I checked the foundation, and it's perfect. No cracks, not a single one, and do you know why? Because as a human being I carry all of my cracks. I've been listening to music for weeks now, which if you know me is fairly abnormal, I mostly keep my music to when … Continue reading Do You Know Who Built This House?