“You are at once both the quiet and the confusion of my heart.” -Franz Kafka At Once Both You are always both. It is funny how my heart gravitates to you always. Never questioning my want of you yet always questioning yours. I think I like it that way somehow. Like there is some sense… Continue reading At Once Both
Tag: Ownership
Take it Away
You can take it away from me. I don’t care what I lose. I don’t care how long I have on this earth. Take away what you will in my life. But don’t take away him. Don’t take away the hope I have of being his. Don’t take away my minds ability to connect with… Continue reading Take it Away
Beneath the Surface
What goes on beneath the surface? At the top, in the shallow end, there is politeness. There is checking in. There is a way about us that seems pleasant and unassuming. But beneath the surface, there is something else altogether. There is an energy that will consume us. I am the prey, and you are… Continue reading Beneath the Surface
A Day
Another rambling journal of a thing but not really. Today is a day. The next few days are going to be jam-packed with stuff, and I have a bad case of the I just don't want to. I am taking my lunch break, sipping on protein and coffee, and looking at things. Ok, it is… Continue reading A Day
Ink and Skin
I was thinking about the way he touches me. He leaves marks on me every day. Every day that he shows up for me. Every day that he caresses my skin with his words. It is almost enough. Almost feels safe. But my body seems to always beg for something more. It is eager for… Continue reading Ink and Skin
Lisa Gray 