Do You Stand Out in a Crowd?

What part of my routine would I always skip if I can? I would say it’s my face. Yeah, I can tell by your reaction that you weren’t expecting an answer like that when you asked for this interview. But, like I said over the phone, I’m not like other people that you know. SoContinue reading “Do You Stand Out in a Crowd?”

Halloween Tales: A Life to Remember

The year of my life that I would re-live is the year that I got married. My husband was handsome, thoughtful, and kind. He never got sick because he said he wanted to protect me forever. Love me forever. I never met his family. They had all passed away or lived far away. I grewContinue reading “Halloween Tales: A Life to Remember”

I Was Part of a Famous, Historical Moment

Many people have heard of the tragedy of the Titanic. I was pretty much right there, experiencing the life and death of the passengers. Let me explain. I found myself on the dock where the Titanic was waiting for passengers to board. It was part of a museum display, and it was like traveling backContinue reading “I Was Part of a Famous, Historical Moment”

Would You Love Once or Never Love at All?

My earliest memory of him is when he sat across from me in the cafeteria and asked me about the pictures I was drawing. He asked me questions and wanted to know all about me. And so, I thought, I was in love. I saw him in the hallway, where he would smile at meContinue reading “Would You Love Once or Never Love at All?”

My Secret Yearning

This evening I am sitting on the bed, waiting for my mom to return. I wait here like this every time she goes out. Sometimes, a bug comes by, and I fear it’ll land on my head. But fortunately, the bug doesn’t, and I’m safe. Hours pass and the sun moves across the bed, andContinue reading “My Secret Yearning”