I breathe I breathe. In and out, long, extended inhales, purpose-filled exhales, meant to centre and restore focus in the chaos. I breathe. The rhythm matches the music in my ears. My lungs using muscle memory and auditory stimulation to allow my focus to explore my present work. I gasp, forgetting to breathe amidst the … Continue reading I breathe…
poetry
poisonous perspective
I have seen your heart. Spoken in words and images, callous memes meant to support your selfish attitude, regardless of the truth.
(cess)pool
Tell me about your pool, where do you swim?
joy
I've got joy down in my heart. Where? Beneath the rocks and stones, the thorns and dry bones.
stand up
When the world comes calling, stand up.
plastic shards
Alone in the crowd\ I’m used the feeling.
necklace
I don’t fit in.
empathy’s eyes
Empathy’s eyes \ don’t see you posturing \ ready for the next fight.
living the liminal
Not exactly between\ rocks and hard places\ I sit at the edge,\ on the fence.
wonderland
We drive by wonderland every second weekend.
between winter and spring
It's in the air the scent of soil fresh from the thaw.
I’d rather be sleeping
I’d rather be sleeping
grasp
Joints ache...
Captivating
Your love captivates.
no time
It finally arrived
Heather Button 