Stream of Consciousness

I Wish To Swim
I fear one touch may bring me back. Not to life, but to death. A temporary body for a temporary void so real yet imaginary—
By Lolly Vieiraabout a year ago in Poets
Grand illusion
Fold in the silence sprinkle with time linger on words that age like a wine. Squeeze out reality just for today while generously whisking
By JBazabout a year ago in Poets
Indelible
The necessity of breaking through to clarity against all cost has sustained me For I have not the fortitude otherwise Time is not my friend and neither is it yours
By Shareese Aouadabout a year ago in Poets
That one Radiohead song
I was either invisible or on display. A show pony or an afterthought. I couldn't choose, but even if I could have I wouldn't.
By Chelsea Curtisabout a year ago in Poets
Flying Solo
Most people want to be under the spotlight, but there are plenty who prefer to fly solo, low beneath the radar to be close and to be far,
By Marie-Sandra Trudelle about a year ago in Poets
I’m Not Whining. I’m Seething.. Content Warning.
Let's be crystal fucking clear. I’m not writing because I want pity. And don't bother with thoughts or prayers. I’m writing because I’m living in a body that’s collapsing in slow motion while everyone around me keeps suggesting I “try counseling or CBD or $10 Tea."
By Danielle Katsourosabout a year ago in Poets
A Nameless Walkaway. Top Story - August 2025.
Not a single word, out in the world, the biggest mistake, is the urge to share, let someone know, when leaving on good terms,
By Parvathi Jabout a year ago in Poets
Getting Lost Is Easy
Step one: approach your quarry. Don't be afraid; it won't bite. Steady... Steady... Can you reach it yet? Good. Step two: gently, gently, stroke its spine.
By Natalie Grayabout a year ago in Poets
clocked in
So it never really changes, does it? The work life The American dream Perhaps it’s a universal cesspool To wake and work and wait
By angela hepworthabout a year ago in Poets
Long Deep Love Message for Her. Top Story - August 2025.
I have loved you in the quiet before dawn, when the air is still and the world has not yet learned its own name. I have loved you
By Emma about a year ago in Poets
Love and Trust Message to Develop Faith
In the hush of the night, your hand I embrace, Every shadow dissolves in your gentle grace. Through the trials we face, we keep steady pace,
By Emma about a year ago in Poets
Responsiveness
You don't know me, and you don't own me, too Why are you belonging to the two of me and you? Why are you still keeping an eye on all of your golden birds when they just want to fly out, and they want you to be released at least for some time right now?
By Antea Lumina Kala Matylda about a year ago in Poets