They lurk in the shadows, searching for their prey, once one is spotted, they waste no time. Suddenly they’re right behind you, and that is where they will stay, they don’t say a word at first, but wait for a sign. Then it begins, the questions in your ear, ‘Where are you from?’, ‘How... Continue Reading →
Quick message!
Sorry for the delay! I had writer’s block for a bit, and was also struggling to find the time to write. But I’m back now! Also, sorry for the many, many poems, but I feel like they flow out of me much easier nowadays and they’re my best form of expression as I can get... Continue Reading →
LOVE
Week beginning 1st October - this week's theme! Enjoy x
‘Why’ – a free verse poem
Why do you always think the worst of me? I thought that you would know me well enough. Just give me the benefit of the doubt, just once. Don’t snap at my heels, don’t give me a list of everything I did wrong. All I need is for you to take a second to... Continue Reading →
THOUGHTS
Week beginning 24th September - this week's theme! Enjoy x
‘If only’ – a sonnet
‘Hey my flat mates having a party do you want to come?’ the dreaded words you wish you didn’t just hear. Suddenly you rack you brain for a list of excuses that don’t sound dumb, anything to avoid that uncomfortable sneer. You say ‘yes’ for once, hoping this time won’t be like the last,... Continue Reading →
ANXIETY
Week beginning 17th September - this week's theme! Enjoy x
Growing up – a personal piece
Growing up can be hard. It can also occur at different stages. For some, growing up can occur as a result of a life changing situation. A situation that gives you no choice but to grow up and take responsibility. For others, it could occur through simply going through the motions of life, and gradually... Continue Reading →
GROWING UP
Week beginning 10th September - this week's theme! Enjoy x
‘Walking the halls’ – a sonnet
White sterile floors, and beige coloured walls, was all I could see as I entered. Endless chatter filled the halls, as all my thoughts became centered. My eyes were glued to the ground, I prayed that no one would notice me. My feet refused to make a sound, the girl in the background, is... Continue Reading →