Beautiful Dust

"Somewhere in my dust heap there's a richness." – John Steinbeck


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  • Grieving

    Remembering a dear friend today. Tamped down in the corners of my heart Smoothed and pressed and safe Memories disturb me not. But the moments roll Over me in waves. A laugh A play on words The smallest punctuation The victories of the day-to-day. Rock and island that I am Just as you said I Continue reading

  • Friending

    Your friendship exhausts me I’m wrung dry. And it wouldn’t be so devastating if you weren’t so Smart Attractive Intriguing Oblivious Continue reading

  • Settling

    Don’t settle for less they told me you deserve more. So like the leaves in sunlit autumn golden and shifting I refuse to settle. But that smile And those eyes Beckon me to settle And come to rest. Continue reading

  • Remembering

    Fall Warmth and radiance Toned in reds and oranges. Patterned with leaves and bonfires. Coming home To family and apple pies Hidden storefronts Clutching stories that smell of cigars and secrets Friends Cocooned in scarves and sweaters; The colors echoing the dying world. Trees stained in gold And the gray mists Mirrored by the sighing Continue reading

About Me

I’m Stephanie – a perpetual student and aspiring hobbit. I love language, literature, and theology. I’m happiest when surrounded with good food, good company, and things that grow.

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