Happy Fathers Day

If you’re life seems miserable then do something to change it. I get it, I do. The bills are past due, you got divorced, your kids other parent aren’t living up to YOUR expectations of their life, or you just aren’t happy. I get it, I really do, but let’s say for a minute you…

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Stolen from the sea

You come alive On the sand Next to the ocean Running away so that the waves don’t catch you Your smile outshines the sun at it’s brightest Gathering your treasure stolen from the sea Hand and hand Smiling but not looking to see Following the path between the wet and dry Who are you today?…

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My favorite shirt

On the edge of my bed she sits waiting for the sun to rise My favorite shirt hangs from her like a dress It’s the only thing she’s wearing I hear her singing “Blue Jeans” by Lana Del Rey under her breath “I will love you til the end of time…” As the morning light…

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Because you know me

You and I Caught in and endless circle of love and debate Every step closer to an edge we can’t see Every step closer to falling, we hold back Hot and Cold I’m here Where are you? I can see you turning away I’m here. I’m trying to reach you You’re running away from the…

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