i wish that people would pay attention to the unspoken words. hearts bleed out in sorrow, and poison laces every pretty lie we tell. smile with your eyes, don't falter your step, appear confident; if all that fails, pass the cynicism off as your wicked sense of humour. you're a performer. this is the real … Continue reading unspoken words
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You can’t outrun what’s due for you, my darling
I'd tell my younger self To not give away her love for free; It should be earned And she should keep in mind That no one has the right To belittle her experiences Just so that she can slot into their visions. I'd tell her it's okay to Let people go, it's okay to be … Continue reading You can’t outrun what’s due for you, my darling
she’s a woman
Mar 23 Wrap Up
this post doesn't obey the rules of capitalisation. the lowercase letters makes everything seem less important, and therefore slightly soothe any symptons of imposter sydrome and shyness at revealing my shennanigans over the past month. despite this disclaimer, i invite you to probe and share your thoughts and accomplishments in mar. let's reflect together. i … Continue reading Mar 23 Wrap Up
Review: If We Were Villains
I was left quite disappointed by the pacing of this novel. The hype surrounding this book combined with its intriguing title naturally set the expectations high. Whilst I appreciate the unique narration and dark academia vibe that pours out of the book...I found it overly pretentious and irritating having characters throw lines and lines of … Continue reading Review: If We Were Villains
Review: The Things We Don’t See
This book by Savannah Brown will always hold a special place in my heart as it was gifted to me by one of my closest friends, who unfortunately resides in Croatia – too far for my heart to handle! I was superglued to this book for all of Sunday, and the pace was perfect for … Continue reading Review: The Things We Don’t See
Ode to Unbeautiful Things
Let's just be honestIt isn't pretty to talk aboutThe pain that crafted our futureNor got us to our present destination;It's considered ugly to grow up inPoverty, run down areas andSurrounded by wall fours thatTrapped toxicity instead of love. It wrenches your heart if we grow upBasic, without the luxury of designerAnd knowing what it's like … Continue reading Ode to Unbeautiful Things
Feb 23 Wrap Up
this post doesn't obey the rules of capitalisation. the lowercase letters makes everything seem less important, and therefore slightly soothe any symptons of imposter sydrome and shyness at revealing my shennanigans over the past month. despite this disclaimer, i invite you to probe and share your thoughts and accomplishments in feb. let's reflect together. i … Continue reading Feb 23 Wrap Up
Jan 23 Wrap Up
this post doesn't obey the rules of capitalisation. the lowercase letters makes everything seem less important, and therefore slightly soothe any symptons of imposter sydrome and shyness at revealing my shennanigans over the past month. despite this disclaimer, i invite you to probe and share your thoughts and accomplishments in jan. let's reflect together. i … Continue reading Jan 23 Wrap Up
I’m scared
i think committmentscares me when i thinkabout it for too long;and i'm not talking aboutloyalty or always choosingthem over the temptation.i'm not talking exclusively about love or lust, but rather the committment tolast whether as friends, loversor some kind of meaningful yetdistant bond. how can someone thatstruggles to stay committedto themselves not be scaredof latching … Continue reading I’m scared