Tag Archives: loss

Taken Flight

Posted on September 25, 2012 by

My friend has taken flight. I had hoped that he would stay. We smiled at each other yesterday. I put his letters to me in a box. I cannot stand to read them again. I don’t want to weep at … Continue reading →

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Changes

Posted on July 10, 2012 by

Each day my shoulder feels abused. The load it carries is a burden. I ask my friends to give me hope. I need this work to change soon. Still, I love my position in life. I love my coworkers but … Continue reading →

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Alone Tomorrow

Posted on June 5, 2012 by

I’ll be alone tomorrow. My friends have found the truth. I have said it aloud and am in shame. I thought they would forgive me. I wanted understanding and acceptance. Instead their judgment was unanimous. Will I be stuck with … Continue reading →

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The Forest Trail

Posted on March 30, 2012 by

I hiked along a forest trail. A cold stream was racing by. Majestic firs shaded the way. I was one with nature that day. As I climbed, I spotted a stag. Off the trail it was alone and proud. A … Continue reading →

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