Love of a Lifetime

Try as though I may, I just can't outrun time - No matter how hard I pray. Memories will last me a lifetime.   Running her brush through my hair, Wiping away the tears ever so gently - Showing me love with the utmost care. God, these thoughts appear  intensely.   I still remember your…

Truth about Domestic Violence

A little over a week ago, I woke up and sat at my computer as I normally do. After my morning Dr. Pepper, which serves as my coffee, and wiping the sleep out of my eyes, I booted up my computer and headed to FaceBook to see what was going on. I thought, for a moment,…

My Furbabies

This one goes out to all of the dogs I've had over the years and a very special orange cat. Throughout my life, there has been one constant being that has been by my side. I don't remember much about my first dog (because I was a bit too young) but they have  nearly always…

Breaking His Silence

Weekly Writing Challenge: The Sound of Silence   Breaking His Silence By. Susan Reed Dave is a troubled young man starting his first day of high school. He is a shy, quiet boy who finds it difficult to trust anyone. Can anyone break through to him?    ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The boy woke and readied himself for another…

“Time: A Harsh Mistress” Available

For the past eighteen years, I have wanted to do something that I thought would never happen. Until today. I wanted to give my mama a birthday present. February 19, 1996 was the last time I would ever be able to celebrate my mother's birthday with her. After that, I couldn't give her a gift.…

Old Enemy

My Old Enemy Bruised and torn flesh The wounds heal slow Of how your hand made me thrash As I took blow after blow. The memories of years past Somehow enter my mind My voice shook as I asked How much longer will I be confined. My chest wore the bruises My thoughts filled with…