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Lessons From The Sea
Recently I have recounted my younger days, remembering my time as a young child at summer camp as I sat at the water’s edge, my bare feet buried in the sand. I am reminded of the wild and gentle dance of life. The one I’ve been privileged to watch unfold. I am no stranger to eddies and tides, hurricanes, and cyclones. From the peaceful lapping of the low ebb tide to the raucous celebration of a high tide under a full moon, I’ve seen it all. Both up close and from a distance. And yet, all my life I was always drawn to the water; the ocean, it seems, is…
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I’ve Always Been A Little Different
Last night, as I lay awake, the stars whispered secrets to me, and the moon cradled me in her luminescent embrace. My dear companions, the night sky and the turning pages, wrapped me in a tapestry of dreams. I’ve always been a little different, and within that is where I find my wings. July 5, 2023
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Society Took Away What Forever Took To Find
Lately, I’ve been searching for the words to describe how I feel. When I think that finally, I belong, I am simply rejected once more, as if society took away what forever took to find. In the depths of my heart, a turbulent storm brews, as I search for words to capture the essence of my feelings. It feels as though society, with its unwavering hand, has snatched away what I fought so ardently to discover. I want to be understood, to be embraced for who I am, with all my quirks and complexities. Yet, time and again, I find myself cast aside, left to grapple with a sense of…
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Summer Solstice
The Sun and Earth share a tale as ancient as the whispering winds. The Sun, a regal maiden adorned in resplendent raiment of gold and amber. She, with a heart ablaze and boundless, gazes upon the Earth. With hands of golden rays, the Sun cradles the Earth in an embrace more tender than a thousand lullabies. Her caress graces the cheeks of the flowers, the brows of the ancient forests, and the crowns of the restless waves. Every morning she wakes, imbued with unconditional devotion, casting the rays of dawn to drape over her beloved Earth. The Sun murmurs sweet ballads through the light she imparts. Fields of grain sway…
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The Enchanting Aura Of Nostalgia
In a world that constantly propels us forward, there is something undeniably captivating about the past. The allure of nostalgia is a gentle whisper that beckons us to revisit cherished memories and bask in the warmth of bygone days. As a woman who finds solace in emotions of nostalgia, I have come to appreciate the enchanting aura it brings to my life. Nostalgia has a unique way of resurrecting the forgotten sights and sounds of our past. The mere scent of an old book, the crackle of vinyl records, or the delicate touch of a handwritten letter can transport us to another time. As I thumb through the pages my…
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When Would My Ship Roll In?
In the hush of the morning, as the first tendrils of sunlight laced through the window’s lattice, I cradled my coffee mug, a vessel filled with a warm, aromatic brew that welcomed the day with a tender, loving embrace. The steam pirouetted in the dawning light, swirling into existence and then fading just as swiftly. I let the heat from the ceramic vessel seep into my palms, as though drawing strength from it, and took a contemplative sip, my mind lost in the ebb and flow of my thoughts. I found myself pondering an age-old question, wrapped in the cloak of metaphor: when would my ship roll in? For years,…
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Celebrating Pride Month As An Intersex Lesbian
As the vibrant colors of rainbow flags adorn the streets and a wave of excitement fills the air, I am reminded that June is not just another month—it’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month! This annual celebration holds a special place in my heart as a married intersex lesbian. It is a time for me to reflect on my journey, embrace my true self, and share the love and pride that have shaped my life. Discovering My Identity Growing up, I always felt different. I questioned my place in a world that seemed to be divided into neat boxes of male and female. It was during my adolescence that I came across the…
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A Letter To My Younger Self
I was recently asked to speak in front of a high school class, and this inspired me to write a letter to my younger self in my diary. I have achieved numerous feats, but there is one particular moment that stands out as the pinnacle of my achievements: being granted the esteemed opportunity to address a high school audience. My dear younger self, it’s with a heavy heart that I must share the harsh realities of life’s journey with you. You are bound to experience heartaches, deeper than what you could ever anticipate. Betrayals will come from the very people you’ve loved deeply, the ones you would have moved mountains…
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My New Tractor
Today was a day I had been eagerly awaiting; it was the day my dream tractor finally arrived at our farm, and oh, what a sight it was! A beautiful green John Deere, gleaming under the sunlight, stood before me, ready to embark on countless adventures in the vast expanse of our land. The moment I laid eyes on it, I felt a surge of excitement and anticipation coursing through my veins. As a woman who has spent the past few years maintaining this land, I’ve spent countless hours tending to the property. Having a reliable and efficient tractor by my side had always been a dream of mine. It…
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Return To Hogback Mountain
Today I returned to an old sight, the 100-mile view from Hogback Mountain, in Marlboro, Vermont. It’s been years since I last stood here, my heart tender and apprehensive. Years, since that pivotal moment that changed my course in the most magical of ways. Today, I felt the echoes of that past reverberate with my every heartbeat as Amelia and I drove up the mountain road. The sights, the sounds, the smells of Vermont—they remain the same. The verdant expanse of the forest under the cool sky, the distant song of the birds, the rustle of leaves whispering secrets to the wind—they all greeted me as a dear old friend.…
