Tag Archives: fifty

Ah, my darling

Posted on May 14, 2014 by startingwritenow

He kissed my forehead, wiped my tears. I tried to catch my breath, tried to steady my heartbeat, tried to stop the noise. ‘I’m sorry…I’m sorry I’m a mess’, I said over and over. We’ve been here before, haven’t we… … Continue reading →

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Red Geraniums

Posted on April 25, 2014 by startingwritenow

My grandmother’s house smelled of dust and cedar. Of Nina Ricci perfume with hints of Johnson’s Baby Powder and Bain de Soleil. I still smell it. I still see her salty grey hair, her curls gone wild, her lips never … Continue reading →

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Stardust

Posted on April 11, 2014 by startingwritenow

I hope that when he goes it is peaceful. That death will take his hand ever so gently and lead him out into the night. I hope it feels like your first kiss, all butterflies and stardust. I hope he … Continue reading →