Category Archives: challenge

r is for run. #atozchallenge

I’m sure your expectation for R, my lovely readers, was romance. And that was my intention. But it didn’t quite work out that way… although this is romantic. And there’s plenty of romance to be found on this blog anyway… r is … Continue reading

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q is for question. #atozchallenge

q is for question. How do you make me smile every time you’re near me? And why do I love my name (the one I always hated) when it falls from your lips? And when can I have those lips … Continue reading

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p is for pedestal. #atozchallenge

p is for pedestal. In a world of my own invention You towered above me And I should have left you there. Don’t put anyone on a pedestal Everyone always tells me I boldly vehemently disagree In the clouds you … Continue reading

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o is for oblivion. #atozchallenge

o is for oblivion. at night I lie awake watching you sleep beside me listening to you breathing wondering what you’re dreaming I think of what will be when I’ve slipped away from you the moment I must move on … Continue reading

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half-way. #atozchallenge

Now that the a-to-z challenge has passed the half-way mark, I thought a recap of the first 14 letters was in order. Below is a list from a to n. I’m going to miss this challenge when it’s over! I hope you’ve … Continue reading

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n is for numb. #atozchallenge

n is for numb. Lost in a daze Of my own creation Peaceful and calm Inside my dream Surrounded by love But I lost it so fast Nothing beautiful lasts I’d rather be numb Every night I beg The moon, … Continue reading

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m is for metaphor. #atozchallenge

m is for metaphor. I could find a metaphor For what you give to me But I don’t need one I could say you’re the flowers In full bloom by the fence Bringing a smile to my face I could … Continue reading

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l is for love. and lust. #atozchallenge

Choose just one for L? I couldn’t do it. Oh, and yes, I know I’m totally predictable. ♥ l is for love. Silly things about me Bring your smile every time Like my always-cold hands And the way my fingers Tuck … Continue reading

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