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. This is ‘point of view’ story, and you can imagine that you are either of the characters. I will admit, I was annoyed when you came into view. A few days ago, I found this secluded hollow in the sand dunes, about 100 yards back from the beach, and until that moment I had had it entirely to myself. I am on a family holiday here for two weeks and, although the beach is not busy, I was looking for somewhere quiet, away from the boisterous play of my two younger brothers, aged eleven and nine. After all, I’m quite grown up, my sixteenth birthday was a month ago, and I want a peaceful spot to… Read more

I spotted her across the aisle. Green hair, short skirt, black leggings, round specs, choker necklace. The book in her hands was hard-backed and worn, pages faded and dog-eared. The train carriage was busy, people standing in the heat, but she had a double seat to herself. I guess the piercings had made people wary. “What a nerd,” Melissa said, not quite in a whisper. I turned and she laughed. “Trying a bit hard at the ‘rebel’ look, don’t you think?” “I think she’s cute,” I replied, and saw her face fall. “What? “I didn’t know you were…...you know?” “You didn’t ask.” “Hey, I’m not judgin… Read more

1) Waking up in the morning- To open your eyes and see another day is a blessing. There is absolutely no telling of how many of those beautiful sunrises you have left, or how many days you can wake up and just listen to the rain. Cherish this. 2) Looking in the mirror- Whether it’s checking our appearances or taking the casual mirror selfie, to look in a mirror is to see you. To see how wonderful you look today, wearing makeup or not. Cherish this. 3) Busy Days- Days where you seem to have almost TOO much on your place keep the pace going for the day and keep you on your feet. Put some h… Read more

This morning you left me, my world fell apart. Heated passions had boiled over, an argument that never should have been, now tearing my heart from my chest. Fate destined lovers with eyes only for each other. Two souls as one ripped from one another, leaving just ghosts and painful memories behind. Your words cut so deep, the blood ran freely, I didn't want it to stop. Scars were all that wouldremain.The pain so great as the door slammed shut behind you, your keys on the table. The world shifted, my legs crumble as I drop to the floor, sadness enveloping me. I feel like the sky is falling, r… Read more