Tremors in the River

For so long I’ve sought a quiet of a particular sort, one in which is solemn in its incorporeal spirit and, yet, never quite alone. Sadly, I am more than aware of how this could be achieved. For that, I remain idle and complacent. I remain fearful and stricken in doubt. Most of all, I … Continue reading Tremors in the River →

Contemplating Complacency

In times wherein which the hardships and tribulations of entropy occur, we cannot help but momentarily falter in its sight. There is such a thing as a loss so heavy that it crushes all those beneath it. Whether it be friendship or love or life, there is no real emotional preparation. The bolt strikes, and … Continue reading Contemplating Complacency →

Colder Days

Fading are the colors We’ve seen together The connections worn By us, and us alone Yet gray paints the horizon With our hearts Dulling in rhythm Thrown into disarray We once found comfort In the hymns we hummed In the silence we sought In the bonds we bound Ourselves to the bleak Patches formed by … Continue reading Colder Days →

Misplaced

A child No more than 2 feet Weaving through tall grasses Alone He pulls through further and further But to no avail Frightened, cold, frail And uncertain Blinded by the weeds His eyes wet Cheeks turn pink In a cumbersome field Nowhere Just a boy Outside, by himself The skies offer no guidance The earth … Continue reading Misplaced →

I can’t swim

Submerged in thoughts “Where will I go?” “Can I move forward?” “What if I fail?” Quandaries on each impact Each breath Dammed tremors Yet, still seeping into my ears No oar, no paddle Palms smearing away Nonetheless, doubts Pacing along the edge Seeking comfort, seeking an alibi For not diving deeper The chlorine dulls my … Continue reading I can’t swim →

Dissonance

A silent room Filled to the brim With People People who I knew People who I went to school with People who I grew up with People who called me family A silent room Filled with toothless smiles And grand gestures And embellished memories Lullabies Of People I knew Wide grins Leaking black paste Dancing … Continue reading Dissonance →

‘Convenient’ Friendships

There are times in which I question my relationships to the extent wherein which I render myself incapable of decision. Decision, you ask? As to whether or not my friendships are formed out of convenience rather than genuine affection/enjoyment. It isn’t just a ‘I have low self-esteem’ sort of determination. It’s more so the case … Continue reading ‘Convenient’ Friendships →

The Honest Truth

Sometimes I feel as though The world is outpacing me My friends are going somewhere else Somewhere far away That I’m going to be the only one left I can’t tell if I’m lying to myself Or just exceedingly honest To the point where I seem to already know To know the truth behind who … Continue reading The Honest Truth →