While a storm brewed on a distant horizon, a boy enjoyed his days in the sun.
As everyone else sought shelter, the boy continued playing on the beach, unaware of the approaching dark, grey storm.
The storm came. With his time to find safety running out, the raindrops started pelting his face.
Now there stands a fear filled boy on a beach, tasting the sweet, cold droplets of the storm that will swallow him whole.
As the boy looks out of the corner of his eye, he sees a girl standing next to him, her red dress flapping in the wind. While the girl gazes at the dew on the boy’s lips, she says with gentle conviction, “I will be here while the storm rages, and I will dry you when it’s gone.”
The boy diverts his gaze from the storm and instead stares into the eyes of the girl. Defiantly, they stand together on the beach and embrace the storm. Together.
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A Vow Beneath the Downpour
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The Animal
Trapped within myself, with no air to fill my chest
Scraping at crevices, prying at folds, distressed.
In a frenzy, I run deeper, craving a breath of life,
Yet deeper I descend, like an animal in strife.
A fierce hunger consumes me, desperation is all I taste,
Jaws clenched upon my being, my self laid to waste.
With twitching fingers, yearning claws tear and rend apart,
Through self-inflicted agony, searching for solace’s start.
For a simple breath of air, to soothe my lasting plight,
Release this inner yearning, let calmness be my light.
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Embarking on an Adventure
Welcome to my website, where I’ll chronicle my journey into the creative worlds of writing and art. Think of it as a travel journal, filled with the sights and detours of creative exploration.
Join me and watch the process unfold: from the initial spark of an idea, the struggle to translate it onto a page, and the eventual birth (hopefully) of a story or image. I’ll share my experiences – the tools I use, the lessons I learn, the moments of frustration and pure joy that come with the creation process.
The destination is undefined, but ongoing exploration is certain. If you’re curious about the journey of finding a creative voice, then join me to see what we discover.
Let the adventure begin!