The Healer

I lay my hands on the bodies of those in pain I feel their suffering as my own Electric currents crackle around my body The barely audible hum of energy like an ethereal aum It is my mission to bring relief to the weary I…

Hair Weaving (Prompt 22)

Grandmother used to braid feathers into my hair Her dark skin and eyes contrasted My blonde and green When friends began to pass away I braided feathers into my hair And did not remove them Until they fell out on their own There were feathers…

#24 Gift

Mobile phones were still transitioning from Luxury to necessity during my college days, I never wanted one, never asked for one, I knew there were bills that needed to be paid.   My brother walked in one evening, A brand new Motorola flip phone in…

BOOK GIFT. Prompt 24 Hour 24.

BOOK GIFT. A first edition copy Of his first ever book Wrapped in maroon Brought to my nook Lighter is my mood Content in new book smell Wonder full book gift Gladly i touch it’s edges Happy, my heart sings Thankful my soul whispers For…

FINISHING STRONG

The race of life is no sprint But a marathon Long… Time draining Energy dissipating An endurance test for those who dare Consistent pulse Passionate drive Unrelenting zeal As the ultimate seal As we wind the windy bout Winning is a reality We all desire…

Esperanza

Esperanza is a pretty girl with big brown eyes, silky black hair, low self esteem but a body to kill for. She is after rich men, but they will only use her. She does not realize her potential, her mama told her to hook a…

Hour 24; Prompt 24: July 16, 2017

Of all the things That I could ask A gift from you My sweet lass Your heart A kiss Eternal bliss You at my side My wife My life I owe to thee Happiness undying My Joanie Lee