She stepped into the room Of mirrors and barres, Remembering the smell of hard work And the sight of ugly injuries. Her legs unresponsive to the call,Still she soared into uncertainty – Another fall perchance, or A leap into new confidence? — Two years. Not a day went by without the thought of you; TheContinue reading “On Pointe”
Author Archives: Jaimee
Join Us
Enamoured by the dazzling lights, I walked into the tent and saw a realm of wonder. Macho men and women with tiny waists stood on scattered podiums, captivating curious onlookers. Many of these onlookers were women who wore a classic red lip, dresses which brought out their figure, and feathered scarves, all while donning menContinue reading “Join Us”
A Cry for Help
If you asked me what I see When I look at you, I’d stifle an awkward smile And cast downward eyes. A little boy, Lost amongst the trees, In a forest of anguish And expectation. The temptation you So desperately crave Could never quite reach Anyone’s ears. You ask me again, You, aContinue reading “A Cry for Help”
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In the place of a loved memory lives another photo. She picked up the small photo frame that once sat on her windowsill; it belonged in front of a flowerbed of lavender, rosemary and honey bees. She gazed at the photo lovingly, but expressed a hint of melancholy in her smile. It was merely anContinue reading “Placeholder”
Drifter
She is like a fire in a storm, Her flame is small but burns With desire for more than this – Whatever this is. Is there anybody out there? Faces welcome her to join in And play with new personas, But they always say goodbye And never say hello. She moves from person to person,Continue reading “Drifter”
A New Face
After a long day she stands in front of the mirror, Tugging at the shroud on her face. Her hands pull at the thin veil, Slowly revealing another pair of eyes, A smaller mouth and a wider nose. She struggles as she washes the mask away, But she breathes as her skin now breathes AndContinue reading “A New Face”
The Turn-Tale Heart
I’m stuck. I’m stuck. I’m stuck. I hear your heartbeat from under the floorboards Tormenting me in my sleep and in my wake. It’s not real, I know it’s in my head Because I am alive and breathing, And you are not. Get out. Get out. GET OUT. It’s daytime, you don’t belong here, SoContinue reading “The Turn-Tale Heart”
Taking a Chance
A hand reached out to her, Persuading her that she belonged – That she would learn And she would grow. She took a breath and leapt Into an unfamiliar world Filled with creative talents Far exceeding her own. It was a strange invitation; One that called for 6am alarms And other things she didn’t bargainContinue reading “Taking a Chance”
Tomorrow I shall write something new
Hey my love, I buried you a month or two ago I keep thinking that you’re standing on my floor That you’re waiting there for me Tomorrow I shall write something new. I feel like I am still standing on Maroubra beach watching the sunrise – still thinking about life, but also nothing in particular,Continue reading “Tomorrow I shall write something new”
Today I sat on the couch
Today I sat on the couch Thinking about yesterday; It was a day spent hiding From the scorching sun, In new and bizarre places. I found myself immersed in the world of music – I stood between different keyboards and microphones, near shelves of pedals and amplifiers, and among lovers of sound. I found myselfContinue reading “Today I sat on the couch”
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