Not Just For Cinderella By: The Sacred Fox Half ‘til twilight, she cries on the floor.Mascara-stained hands swipe as tears pour.Left at home once, she did not accuse,Surly her family had a good excuse.As time went on, boxes piled in her roomAs though an attic or closet for a broom.Still, she kept quiet; her lips... Continue Reading →
Jul 1, 2021| Rhyme Versus Reason: Matters of the Heart
Matters of the Heart by: Roxanne Lips tilted with cheerNow quiver in fearFor all adoration has flown.No longer do his liesContinue to guiseTruth her family has known.This he knows so wellThough he says “don’t tell”Her friends can see the indications.His bark loud as his biteMarking her arms left and rightHow long can her family stand... Continue Reading →
Jun 14, 2021| Rhyme Verses Reason: Forgive
Forgive by: Roxanne Even a butterfly caught—Wings, ebbed and wroughtBy a web of mistrust and rue—Can still turn, kiss your palm,And whisper, “I forgive you.”
