Griffins in the Field

Hot flames lick my face and beak, of course my feathers start to smoke, but other than that, my boss’s show at superiority is pathetic. I calmly sit of my hind claws and wait for Ted to blow off steam. The flames slowly return to their proper orange hue and I stand back up, shaking … Continue reading Griffins in the Field →

Flash Fiction Exercises

*Note: The following two flash pieces are really abstract? These were written for some sort of in class assignment and they made me laugh really hard so I'm uploading them because why the hell not. Hope someone finds these as funny as I do. Weird Concept: Moose/Importance The Moose was standing on top of the … Continue reading Flash Fiction Exercises →

Visitation

Tall redwoods surround me as I try to find my center. I breathe deeply and exhale, watching as birds fly overhead. My body is warm with energy, it pulses in my core and I swallow another breath. I lean back into the plush grass and run my fingers through the soft stalks. Closing my eyes, … Continue reading Visitation →

The Story Revolution (This I Believe Essay)

Every story has a beginning. Today, stories are commonly about pain, grief, and hardship. However, not all stories are gloomy; many are awe-inspiring such as the story of young Malala Yousafzai. Malala is a young girl who stood up to the Taliban in defense of education for girls. She now has an autobiography and is … Continue reading The Story Revolution (This I Believe Essay) →

Women’s Bodies

This poem was written in response to this image Our bodies are containers To hold our cells and organs Each part vital for life Women are seen as objects Defined by our shape Judged for looks and appeal Marketed for men Sold as propaganda Buy this and you’ll get lucky Women are perceived as less … Continue reading Women’s Bodies →

A World in the Pages

The unfolded pages of the book are an open invitation to adventure The book flutters its pages at me Its golden pressed title stares at me, Waiting for the words to come to life Pages rustle in anticipation I caress the pages, feeling the soft marks made from a pen long ago I … Continue reading A World in the Pages →

Break-Up Scene

I walked into the courtyard and saw Barnaby waiting for me under the tree where I asked him to meet me. He stood up when he saw me and rubbed his hands together. I could tell he was nervous, maybe he even knew what was coming. “Hey.” I said. “Jessamine, what you saw, … Continue reading Break-Up Scene →

Angels & Demons on Earth (Flash Fiction)

“What have you done to her?” Gerard bellowed, cradling her broken body in his arms. “Nothing she didn’t deserve for being so foolishly naïve.” The demon smiled, showing its crooked, sharp teeth. “She tried to love you and you took advantage of her. You could’ve left her alone!” Gerard screamed. “Why can’t you … Continue reading Angels & Demons on Earth (Flash Fiction) →

Two Seasonal Poems

Winter’s Daughter I used to give everything life. A Summer sunshine girl My soul used to be a sizzling Ball of boiling passion. But now It’s all been taken away from me My soul is now chilled dark. Black. No longer warm but pure ice. In the deepest part I know there’s still Warmth, fighting … Continue reading Two Seasonal Poems →