Monthly Archives: July 2016
Invitations
He’s the kind of guy you never kiss in public. Not because you’re ashamed to be seen with him, but if you close your eyes while kissing him, and you surely will, just look at those luscious lips, you’ll open your eyes and discover you’re naked. In public. Wondering how you got there. He’s a … Continue reading
The Making of Dorothy Shoes
For my latest costume endeavor, I set out to make Dorothy shoes after quickly discovering that most prefabricated glittery shoes were either gold or silver. I hit up a couple of thrift stores first. For some silly reason, I thought I needed to start off with a red pair of shoes, but in reality, they could have … Continue reading
A Tale of Two Lovers
He fell in love with a look Not a woman She brought to life The fantasy he’d carried Around in his head Except she didn’t Not in reality He was in love with her For a season Until she broke The illusion Changed her look Up until that point He’d cheerfully disregarded Anything in her … Continue reading
Dog Saliva
When it comes to dating, I’m often accused of being too picky. Not true. At my age, I can just tell after one or two dates that a guy isn’t worth pursuing. I know I’m not going to radically change anyone even though every potential guy is a fixer upper. My usual deal breakers are … Continue reading
Kill Them with Kindness
When they yell and trample all over your feelings while explaining how sensitive they are, kill them with kindness. When they invite you then uninvite you, kill them with kindness. When they repeatedly ask you why you can’t be more like somebody else, kill them with kindness. When they know they owe you money, but … Continue reading