This month is Pride month for the LGBTQ community. I wanted to write about the Pride I feel and what that means in the grander spectrum. I am proud of who I am and what I am striving to be. I am Proud to be a transgender woman. From an early age, I was full…
Flower
“No Honey,” a concerned mother spoke to her son. Precious and innocent eyes looked back at her. “But why mommy?” The inquisitive five year-old asked, as he moved no closer to a flower bush. His longing eyes however stared deeply into the beautiful and fuscia colored flowers. “I want it,” he finally broke eye contact…
The Calm Lake
The sun shone down on a beautiful day. Wisps of clouds drifted slowly through the ocean of blue sky above. Birds flew and chirped their midday tunes. A young man strolled along the path, taking in all the sights and sounds of the lake. His skin warmed by the bright sun, but was instantly cooled…
The Concert II: Four Seasons Landscaping
On an overcast, but steamy Saturday, my year and half long battle to avoid people and large crowds officially ended. Since March 2020 when Covid-19 swept through the US, I have been stuck inside. Bound to my home by literally stay-at-home orders and my sense of well-being, I struggled with deep rooted anxiety and depression…
Sunsets
A young couple drove home after a long day. While the beginning of the day was fun, both were run-down and eager to get home, back in bed. They had exhausted their list of car games and things to talk about. Other than the low volume of the radio, there was silence. The driver had…
The Concert
She walked on stage to cheers and claps. She was tall and beautiful, all in black. Black pants and a black sleeveless top. A black bra peeked out from under her arms. She strutted to the microphone with her guitar and said hello to everyone. Her smile was infectious and inspiring. The light shone over…
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