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Masking

Deep down, I’m always hiding behind a mask. A mask of conformity, a mask of control, a mask to blend in. Always making sure to say the right thing. A mask to make sure I can get by just long enough to clock in, clock out, and get back home. A mask to disguise myself…
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My writings…

For the life of me it always seems like I’m playing catch-up. Always having to reintroduce myself and go through the song and dance of explaining another 2-3 month absence from writing. Explaining that things have come up and that I’m still “trying to find the time”. Bullshit…honestly bullshit. If you wanted to write you…
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Realizing you suck

I know it sounds counterintuitive to say it, but sometimes you have to realize that you probably suck. It sounds harsh and it sounds like a negative voice in your head, but you need to realize that there are some parts in your life, or character, that might be lacking. This self realization is needed…
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Little broken moments…

From time to time, I still get those flashbacks, small reflections of painful moments played out by strangers. Not painful like physical pain, but emotionally painful. Regret more than trauma. Guilt more than anguish. Heartwarming in some ways, but still heavy. When I see the younger children at my son’s appointments, I’m taken back to…
