CPS tries to keep them together

“Then CPS tries to keep them together, and they usually stay here longer and eventually get fostered out,” the girl sitting next to me said.”

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My piggy bank

“The little pink skeleton was small and cold and its flowers were made of four circles with a stem, like one doodles on paper when they don’t know how to make a distinguishable flower, like a rose or an iris. The brushed pink and blotted, purple flowers have never cracked…

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Hiding behind scripture to place judgement on others

I once had a discussion with someone who warned me that “his bible” did not agree with my beliefs and that I was living in sin. Interesting… I asked this person how they knew “their bible” was correct. Could it have been possible that my beliefs lacked the approval the…

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My Imprint

What is my imprint? When I leave this earth will I be known for my determination? My temper? My lack of patience? My tendency to be a pain in the ass? All my flaws? Or will I be remembered for my growth? My days of service? My motherhood to Christopher?…

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