Ghosts must have called the police on us.
Ghosts must have called the police on us.
My vessel no longer commissionable to holding anything I don’t choose.
My first crush, the one with butterflies and innocent fantasies, was for my science and math teacher. His kindness and patience made me feel safe and warm.
A good neighbor, I believe, is courteous. Quiet. We help each other out here and there when absolutely needed — it’s reciprocal — and we say hello.
It’s never just one trait. Lying, control, and boundary violations together reveal someone harmful. Recognizing this is not judgment; it is protection.
Grudges are a cage, while remembering is a key.