Jan 25, 2023| Rhyme Versus Reason
You and I By: Roxanne Before he and I, just I existed.A woman in the world of Cinderella, twisted.For each word I spoke, he said was prattle.Refused to understand how I felt like cattle.At first, blind adoration led me by his noose, As the back of my mind hissed like a goose. "Bury it deep,"... Continue Reading →
Jan 23, 2023| Quote Of The Day
"Once someone said, 'Come Valentine's Day, the milk carton has a date and I don't.' To which I pointed out, 'The only issue between the milk and yourself is you have a choice whether to be sour come the 14th.'" -- TSF
Needles and All By: Roxanne Rose, oh rose, once crimson and tallNow droops in woe as her petals fall.Barbs and burrs keep away all othersBut one stops to nuzzle and and admire her color.Her charm restored as others now saw;Roses want to feel beautiful, needles and all.
Jan 6| Affirmation: Say It With Me…
“I am struggling at this moment, but I am learning, growing, and giving it my all. I will not give up on myself. Because I am worth it.” — Roxanne, The Sacred Fox
Jan 1, 2023| Another Year…
Another year has come and gone. Know I’m not one to speak about myself excessively, but last year was a hard one for me. Regardless, my New Year's resolution is to write more in 2023! May all my readers remain happy and healthy as we embrace another year. I hope to see everyone in the... Continue Reading →
Dec 13, 2022| Rhyme Versus Reason: Morning Glories
Morning Glories By: Roxanne Wild Morning GloriesA child frolics, it bloomsShe tumbles, it dies
Dec 1, 2022| Quote Of The Day: Christmas
“Joy rings throughout the world from sea to sea when happiness is no longer found in a wallet or under a tree.“ — TSF
Nov 9, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“It’s not how often a heart breaks but how we continue to share its pieces.” —TSF
Nov 7, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“Of all the words used to describe love, none are more deeply felt than the ones we show.” — TSF
Oct 25, 2022|Affirmation: Say It With Me…
“I won’t claim this path is a perfect choice, but it’s my choice. Regardless of what others think or say, I’m trying. And for now, at this moment, that is enough.” — Roxanne, The Sacred Fox
Oct 17, 2022| Halloween
Halloween is the only holiday where it’s acceptable to break out the good makeup to be a little wicked.
Oct 5, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“Poised on your sleeve are my soul and mind, for my heart is always yours regardless of time.” — Roxanne, The Sacred Fox
Sept 20, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“Of all the things my hands have held, you are the best and nothing else.” —The Sacred Fox
Jul 18, 2022| Question Of The Day
Question of the Day:“If the direction you walk is easy, does that make it right, or is the path right because it stopped being easy?” — The Sacred Fox
Jul 12, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“When we allow the past to sway the present, we ruin our happiness. Each person has the power to say, ‘This is not how my story ends,’ and rewrite their future.” — Roxanne
Jul 5, 2022| Quote Of The Day :: Humor
“A good friend attends your birthday and leaves you with the new Halo game. A best friend gifts you his old headset and warns you to take care of ‘his precious…’ —The Sacred Fox
Jul 5, 2022| Quote Of The Day :: Friendship
“A friend is someone with whom you can be yourself when the rest of the world demands you be something else.” —The Sacred Fox
Jul 5, 2022| Quote Of The Day :: Love
“A woman who values your time and company more than what you can do for her deserves a special name: ‘Treasure’.” —The Sacred Fox
Jun 29, 2022| Rhyme Versus Reason :: Simple Poem
Will You… By: Roxanne When I’m bitterAnd no one’s aroundWill you tickle me until I’m unwound?When I’m down, And my world is grey Will you kiss me anyway?When I’m afraidAnd the sky is fallingWill you wrap me in your arms, my darling.
Jun 29, 2022| Quote Of The Day :: Happy Hug Day
“I need a good hug, not the kind where you let go in five seconds but one where I forget to breathe because letting you go was never an option.” — The Sacred Fox, Love Me, Squeeze Me
Jun 27, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“The wounds that hurt most can rarely be seen.” — The Sacred Fox
Jun 27, 2022| Question Of The Day
Question of the Day:When it comes to love and life, those whom receive a thousand scars, die with a smile meanwhile those with little to none remain restless. Why? — The Sacred Fox
Jun 8, 2022| Rhyme Versus Reason :: Unforgettable Father’s
New Chapter By: The Sacred Fox Black noose tie.White veiled eyes.Little feet waddle as petals scatter by.His lips curve in a small grinAs she stops and suddenly tilts her chin.Between chubby fingers, her dress is twinned,Held tight by her daughter in the midst of tears,She kneels in her gown, soothing her fears.When a low murmur... Continue Reading →
Jun 1, 2022| Get Over The Hump-Day: Humor: Fathers
May 19, 2022| Quote Of The Day :: Mother’s Month
“Love does not look for like minds, preferences, or appearances; it only asks that your heart beats in the same manner as mine.” —Roxanne, Adapted from Francis David
May 18, 2022| Get Over The Hump-Day: Humor
A fellow associate once informed me that it was my turn to take out the trash. I turned to him and asked, “Are you telling or asking me?”He looked at me, furrowed his brow, and said, “I’m telling?”“That’s too bad,” I told him. “If you were asking, you would have gotten a better reaction.”
May 18, 2022| Quote Of The Day :: Mother’s Month
“Mom said she wanted a clean house for one weekend. Needless to say, I've already booked a hotel room for the following Mother's Day.” —Roxanne
May 11, 2022| Post Mother’s Day Poem
Bluebells By: Roxanne Behind the old church,A woman in white lays buds;Soft-hued Bluebells.
May 6, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“If you must look lovely for anyone’s sake, bear in mind your own opinion first.” — The Sacred Fox
Apr 19, 2022| Note Of The Day
Note to Self:Spend time cherishing what you have. Don't waste it crying for what never was. - The Sacred Fox
Mar 24, 2022| Question Of The Day
Question:If no one can make us as women, men, humans feel inferior without our consent, why do we continue to give it? —Adapted from Elenor Roosevelt
Feb 7, 2022| Quote Of The Day : Valentine’s Day
"To err is human, but loving and being loved is a treasure divine. If, just for today, won't you walk with your hand in mine?" -The Sacred Fox
Feb 4, 2022| Quote Of The Day: Valentine’s Day
"When the temporary madness subsides and the blinders come down. When the excitement, breathlessness, and desire have all but worn away. Should it be inconceivable that you still wish stay?" -Adapted from Captain Corelli’s Mandolin by Louis de Bernières
Jan 5, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“Approach problems as though looking through a digital camera lens. Close up the small things will always be evident. You have to widen your view, change your angle if you want the best picture.” — The Sacred Fox
Jan 3, 2022| Quote Of The Day
“What is invisible to the naked eye can often be seen when a heart is laid bare.” — The Sacred Fox
Dec 27, 2021| Quote Of The Day
“If I made a resolution for everything I wanted to change in the new year, I would never get anything done.” — The Sacred Fox
Dec 25, 2021| Merry Christmas
“Nothing beats a smile, though not everything it fixes. I hope this year Santa all grants your wishes.“ — The Sacred Fox
Dec 14, 2021| Rhyme Verses Reason :: Simple Poem
Because She Cares By: The Sacred Fox Surprise her with a Lindor chocolate bouquetOr a stay-at-home romcom Hallmark matinee.Kiss her when there’s dinner on the tableAfter the day’s gone wrong and emotions are unstable.Wrap her in your arms when her week goes wrong,And sing off-key to a Justin Bieber song.When she falls asleep in your... Continue Reading →
Dec 8, 2021| Get Off Your Tale :: Christmas
Red Ribbon Christmas By: The Sacred Fox The first year my boyfriend couldn’t come home for the holidays, I couldn’t work up enough enthusiasm to celebrate Christmas with my family. When anyone asked what I wanted for Christmas, all I would say was “Anything with a red bow is fine.” I knew my family was... Continue Reading →
Dec 6, 2021| Mind Over Monday: Japanese Proverbs
Have you ever come across a foreign quote or proverb and wondered what it meant but didn’t have the time to figure it out? Well, I’ve taken out the guess work, and translated, so to speak, a few of my favorite Japanese proverbs. The meanings are by no means perfect, so feel free to disagree.... Continue Reading →
Nov 29, 2021| Rhyme Verses Reason :: Poetry :: Don’t You Dance
Don’t You Dance By: Roxanne When I peer around the corner,My face becomes warmerAs his smug smile is directed my way.Under normal circumstance, I would never chanceA guy who refused to stay.I tried giving space when seeing his faceLest I become a child learning swim.An easy enough task, I thought to outlastUntil gooseflesh pebbled my... Continue Reading →
Jan 26, 2023| Get Off Your Tale: Valentine Short
Toast To Eligibility Retelling by: The Sacred Fox One night after work, a few of my co-workers and I were eating in the break room when I noticed our boss had bought Valentine cupcakes. Thinking they were cute, I raised one in the air. "With cupcakes like these who needs a Valentine," I said. Half... Continue Reading →
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