the beach after rain
“The Beach After Rain” is a poem about what happens when a person becomes your home. It can be hard to depend on someone, but the right person makes it easy.
letting go
Letting go is about moving on from people that hurt you, regardless of the nature of your relationship.
i didn’t know i was raped
This post discusses the realizations that have been brought about by the #metoo movement, and how learning about consent can change society for the better.
why i moved to the uk
I’m an American girl from the South and I have the accent to prove it, and now I live in the land of chip butties and mince pies. This post explains why.
listen
Listen is a poem that came about from a few therapy sessions. It’s about coming to terms with past abuse, and the way your past can stick with you.
pictures
Pictures is a poem about the way my husband, Si, takes photos of people when they’re not looking, including me. It features his original photography.
the price of objectification
The Price of Objectification is a feminist poem that juxtaposes how women are seen vs how they feel inside, and what being objectified does to the psyche.
behind my eyes
Behind my eyes is a poem about sleep paralysis and nightmares, even waking ones. It explores the implications of PTSD and insomnia.
father dearest
Father Dearest is a poem and collection of screenshots highlighting the abuse I’ve suffered at the hands of my father, and how addiction has torn us apart.
singularity
Singularity is a poem about loneliness, depression, a long distance relationship, chronic pain, and grocery shopping for one.
