Lonesome whistle

February 6, 2014January 5, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 5 Comments

I felt the locomotive before I heard it. Leaning against the greasy pylons, I was awash in the rumbling as it rode along the steel rails, and cascaded down over the wooden scaffold. It was a rhythmic thundering that resonated deep in my bones. This was the timbre of my childhood. Escaping along the trestle … Continue reading Lonesome whistle

Escape route

abandoned bridge

January 30, 2014January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 4 Comments

White-knuckled where she gripped the steering wheel, Shelby hadn't slowed down since leaving the mountain cabin. Afraid to check her rearview mirror, she imagined the wraiths' icy fingers reaching for her. The hairs on the back of her neck bristling with dread that they were hunting her. The further from the foggy summit she drove, … Continue reading Escape route

Take a bow

black and white, ballet slipper

January 17, 2014January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 4 Comments

I am an uncredited understudy struggling to find out who I am, and what I want to be. Never the star. Always living in the shadows, hidden away from the adoration of those who I long to charm. I can never be wise enough, talented enough, pretty enough for the limelight to shine on me. … Continue reading Take a bow

First kiss

clouds seen from above

December 18, 2013January 5, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 7 Comments

You catapult me through the stratosphere with a single touch. Rocketing across the sky, we stream white-hot contrails of desire. Sparks flying in all directions, setting fire to cotton ball clouds. Your hand upon my cheek leaves me giddy, the heat of your urgent whispers melt any doubts. I fear that we will spontaneously combust. … Continue reading First kiss

Rumble strips

December 6, 2013January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 3 Comments

I wanted to put as many miles behind me as I could. When I kept driving over the shoulder rumble strips I knew I had to stop. The sun was just cresting the horizon. After finding the only open spot in the crowded parking lot, I shuffled into the hotel lobby. If I was more … Continue reading Rumble strips

Perfect day

October 30, 2013January 5, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 7 Comments

Come run away with me If only for a day We can lie together on the warm beach And count diamonds in the sand Come run away with me And leave the world behind Let our worries fly free Sailing off o’er an emerald sea Come run away with me Hold my hand, never let … Continue reading Perfect day