Her mind moves faster than a jaguar.

She has to think quick, because life is dire.

Her muscles flex in preparation to pounce.

She’s willing to fight with every last ounce.

She resembles an evergreen.

Oh so resilient, fighting to stay alive,

she shines with brilliance....

Sydney knelt beside her bed with her husband, Emilio’s phone in her hand. She could barely breathe as she read through his text messages intently. Sydney knew she was wrong for invading her partners’ privacy, but this was her last resort. For the past few months, their relationship had been rocky. Despite turmoil, their bond had always been strong because they communicated well. And yet, Sydney re...

They weep.

He sleeps.

Eyes teary.

Hearts weary.

I’m confused but aware.

My aunt who’s a tomboy cloaked in feminine wear.

I’m aware but confused.

My uncle who never cries is using tissues.

They weep.

He sleeps.

Eyes teary.

Hearts weary.

I’m confused but aware.

My hand is pulled and I rise from my chair.

I’m aware but confused.

I am told it is time to say goodbye, I see no issue.

They weep.

He sle...

There’s a hole inside my heart,

your smile sealed the deal.

It grows bigger when we are apart,

the words you speak, I intimately feel.

Caught up in the midst of emotions,

destruction soon follows.

Our feelings deeper than oceans,

we try not to be swallowed.

A mutual agreement to seperate,

too much to sacrifice.

Our minds made up but fail to stay,

two hearts beat agonized....

I pulled his hand and guided him to the back of the building as my heart raced. In this moment I felt brave. Be it authentic or liquid courage. I was ready to profess my love. We swiftly navigated through the crowd of people until the exit was in sight. I pushed the door and it swung open hard. My adrenaline was rushing and the butterflies in my stomach only summoned the frog in my throat. We stoo...

Where a few great men traveled to see God.

Lifting up praises, eyes widen in awe.

Evil too awaits for their feet to slip and fall,

Yet agape love tramples enemies,

beating temptations above all....

Your strong embrace nestles me safe.

In your arms no weapon can prosper.

An honor it is to be protected by you.

Our love, our bond, it’s deeper than true.

An amorous connection, from which our child grew....

Balancing on the foundation of self proclaimed resilience,

Breaking in silence when the moon becomes brilliant.

Resuming daily task with excellence and zest,

though my home left in shambles and my mind a mess.

The hope of a future pushes me through,

everyday that passes is a chance to become new....

I love you so much, I’d go against the grain,

Not caring what people think, I’d happily tarnish my name.

I enjoy catching your affection like a little girl with her tongue out in the rain.

I know the small droplets aren’t enough, but they quench my pangs.

I learned to appreciate the love you give, even if it’s only a little.

Still our feelings so deep that someone outside couldn’t reach the middle...

I was mindin’ my business,

you was mindin’ yours,

as we walked through a little ole bookstore,

we both touched the book,

then gave each other a look,

that said what you know bout this.

We skimmed through the book together,

one after another,

and that was our first kiss....