"Hey Mel." You whispered in my ear from behind, I was alone at the bar writing. I didn't turn around. I shut my eyes and all our memories flashed quickly, emotions followed. Excitement, fear, despair, resentment, longing. I opened my eyes and reached for your hand over my shoulder. Your touch, a wave of … Continue reading “Leave your Wife”
Category: MENTAL HEALTH
Scotch
My head pounded from the scotch when he called me at dawn. I wished it were one of those mornings that I woke still drunk, thinking I’d fooled the booze. Not today. "I’ve fallen in love with someone," his voice was deep and stern. As if this hangover couldn’t get worse. I thought about rather … Continue reading Scotch
Crystal Store Tyrant
We grew up catholic for a chunk of my childhood which fortunately ended after my mom slept with our priest. Due to guilt and some loose traditions that still have their ways with my family, a few of my siblings still baptize their children in the catholic church. My oldest brother called and asked me … Continue reading Crystal Store Tyrant
Xanax Mom
I wasn't surprised when I heard she'd burnt down the house. She's been on Xanax for as long as I can remember. I sat in the waiting room while they looked up her room number, she only suffered minor injuries. My neighbor saw smoke and carried her out of the house before it completely went … Continue reading Xanax Mom
Joshua Tree
I had been driving for about 7 hours. I was tired, the sun was just beginning to set and my old dog was getting restless. I heard Joshua Tree gets packed early, so I decided to scope out a good spot before paying for my site. It was still sweltering hot out with no shade, … Continue reading Joshua Tree
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