We spied the island yesterday from the shore, and, being human, longed to conquer it. The wind whips at unfastened buckles And the dark lake reflects a woozy sky. The petite canoes sit low atop wobbling water. She’s still asleep, tossing us in a slushing slumber, Unaware of our intrusion across her rippled face. The ...

I sought youth that was everlasting. I couldn’t fathom the idea of growing old. Riddled with lines and marks that would give away my age. I am not a product of time. So, I went searching into the depths of the forest for youth everlasting. Picking my way through the spindly branches and prickly brambles, ...

In 1990, Halloween’s enchanting spell Cast its magic over our Southern communityLike a sweet-smelling mist that fills the air, and makes your heart beat fast with pure delight. My sister dresses as a black cat, no surprise,While I take on the role of Madonna, The Material Girl, herself My golden hair in waves, lacy black gloves in placeI ...