I stink

There he goes, bag over his shoulder as if he is carrying the weight of the world Contemplating whether something this heavy should be bench pressed or curled Each step towards this place fills his body with a unique sense of being As if every muscle in his body knows what he is going to…

I’m single

People have this idea that you can only be happy in a relationship As if your life is meant to be spent with somebody else And if you have failed to find that person you have failed in life itself Dismissing the idea of growing on your own and being whole alone Two parts don’t…

My hair

These dreads are a reflection of my rebellion against the norm They keep my sanity together when society once again throws me in a storm Without them I could stand in a culture meant for a select few Some believe that your hair tells everything about you The problem is that the story that is…

FPP

The disgust that arises from this concept is beyond vile Consuming this revolting construction will taint any future smile Calling it repulsive would be a compliment I would get nauseous if it even came close to my lips Haunted by nightmares were I forced to swallow it A hideous concept being perpetuated by a gross…

It’s unfair

Sometimes I still read your words, as if I want to remind myself I need to miss you Compare each line to mine to see if I measure up to you In my mind I visit the beach you wrote about and look at the waves crash near my feet I reread each sentence and…

I miss you

There is this letter on my nightstand I wrote for youAnd placing it on yours is something I’ve been trying to doBut there are these hidden lines I dare not crossGiven to me by customs where pride is the bossAnd shame its henchmen, restricting my so-called “wants”I have this notebook in the pocket of my…

Love is so easy

If you have nothing, I will give you everythingIf the sky won’t let up with the tears it drops, let me cover youWhen the waves of regret are close to drowning you, take my handWhen the sun is taking too long to come up, let me write you some lightIf the darkness refuses to let…

Look at me

I am a writer, and with each movement of my hand I am caressing the walls of my soul to see where the cracks are and which pieces are coming loose I let the tip of my pen glide through the darkness to make way for the light So you can see into the black…

Chapter 25: Words of Warning Pt. 1

Here are some words of financial warning: Remember, financial success is not achieved overnight. It takes discipline, patience, and a long-term perspective to build wealth and achieve financial goals. By being cautious, informed, and diligent, you can avoid many common financial pitfalls and work towards a brighter financial future.