After a while, you learn the subtle difference between holding a hand and chaining a soul.

Standing out alone on the deck last night, I was suprised how brightly the stars were blazing in crisp September air. And I was filled with this clarity, and maybe the twinkling lights helped me to see my own faults lately.

I've been somewhat stuck emotionally lately, and I know something has to change, because I can't keep walking around in this fog of detachment and isolation. I've realized that… Continue

So, as a bunch of you knew I was in the crazy process of applying for grad school to pursue an education in Addiction Counseling.

Well, I had my final interview with one of the professors on Monday (Aug. 31). They had to notify us pretty quickly because the first week of classes starts the day after Labor Day, Sept. 8th.

And I didn't get in.

The reason for this is that two weeks ago, the VP at the company where I work told me that they were going to be sending me to Japan in one month for 7-1… Continue

They say every exit is an entrance.

But god, sometimes that door looming ahead is so frightening.

Cautiously proceeding forward, step by step, fighting the urge to run, flee, or even curl up on the floor.

I'm standing on the precipice of change. The world I knew previously has already transitioned ahead of my mind.

It is time to evolve or die.

So, like a good fish, I simply escaped.

Swam away, I suppose. Ran off for the weekend to another state, even though all the stresses and issues of m… Continue

Into the humid Mississippi air, they escaped to the porch.
She had called across the party "Let's go talk," somewhat boldly, as she was usually reserved.
Stopping mid-conversation, he silently followed her out into the night.

He had graduated that very day and was leaving the country tomorrow. European adventures awaited.

Pictures, smiles, and a few nostalgic tears had been shed, and now this final night was coming to a close.

Over the past 2 years he had watched her. He watched her make frie… Continue

Pisces Sun / Capricorn Moon



on love

Ahhhhhhhh what beauty and light she brings to my soul... I desire her.

Yes, that's all well and good, but google tells me she's 1200 miles away.

Distance makes the heart grow fonder! I care not! My heart can soar past your moon and beyond!

I do see that her parents are still together... so that's promising at least.

I must go to her! We must book a flight now! Now!!

Welllll, let's not be hasty, work has become quite busy th… Continue