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• Fiction > Realistic Fiction
  The Letter

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  I loved him, but my stomach didn't. It always twisted into rigid knots, even though I only watched him from afar. I kept my distance, for his blue eyes sparkled too brightly and I was afraid his crooked smile would stop my heart. I cursed myself every night for being too shy and cursed him for ...
• Poetry > Free Verse
  A Message For You

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  willow trees sway as the wind howls through its lanky branches; it reminds me of a yo-yo being tossed up and down. colors blend together on the horizon as a fading sun sets into a never-ending sky; the night begins. yelling children run around outside, their spirits high even under a h...
• Poetry > Free Verse
  If We Could See Silence

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  through the worlds glassy window and painted horizon is where you will see me, huddled against a faded sun, shivering into its dying rays, counting seconds that still tick in my head even without a clock. those who walk amongst sparkling skyscrapers with manicured hands and glossy lips sco...
• Poetry > Free Verse
  New York Dreams

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  if the wind swept me away from this small town, if its gusts landed me in the middle of Times Square, if my legs walked me into the trees of Central Park, if i got lost between the shining skyscrapers, if i could stand atop the Empire State Building, if my dreams could melt into each avenue, i...
• Poetry > Free Verse
  Life Insurance

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  if i should ever fall unconscious, please don't get an AED; use that on those without imagination and instead, give me a pencil....
• Poetry > Haiku
  Oxygen

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  in a world full of toxins, gases, and poison, you're my oxygen...
• Poetry > Free Verse
  To Snow

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  I pray that you will fall, sinking slowly delicately perfectly onto a dehydrated ground. Your cool, velvety touch erases my bitter Autumn days. My fascination lies in each individual crystal that kisses the peak of my raspberry tinted nose and tickles my exposed ears. I love how you ...
• Poetry > Haiku
  A Midnight Dance

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  A dance is for two, but with you, my dear, our hearts always beat as one. Love at it's finest; The stars, envious of how brightly your face shines. My hand, safe in yours. Warmth transferred from fingertips to my body's nerves. Sparks like fireworks, with more power than a...
• Poetry > Haiku
  City Life

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Secrets and dreams lie  in dark streets that shelter the neon-lit heart beats...
• Poetry > Haiku
  Night Owl

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  They live through the day, but only awaken at the sun's retire....
• Poetry > Haiku
  Ode to Skittles

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  I am running to nowhere, hunting for a bright, gleaming pot of gold because I had a thought: if Skittles can taste the rainbow, why can't I?...
• Poetry > Haiku
  Traces

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  A good detective can find the hidden meaning in any poem....
• Poetry > Haiku
  Impact

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  We aren't architects, but as writers, our words will redesign the world....
• Poetry > Ballad
  Whispers

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  The words you say sting like bees Even if I can barely hear. They travel through the hallway, up and down, Sweeping softly from ear to ear. Though the voices are quiet and gentle, The meaning underneath them is sharp. And the rumors pile and weigh me down Like rain on a weakening tarp. T...
• Poetry > Free Verse
  Capturing Love

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  If love could be drawn, I'd grab every color, Use the globe as my canvas, And paint the world for you....
• Poetry > Haiku
  Just Right

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Warm, soft, assuring; there's no question that your hand is the perfect fit....
• Poetry > Haiku
  Waterfalls

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Rushing water and thundering, booming sounds; but ever-so peaceful....
• Poetry > Haiku
  The "F"

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Do teachers correct papers with red pens to try and make us feel worse?...
• Poetry > Haiku
  Autumn

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  The weather turns crisp and trees resemble pastels. Farewell, old summer....
• Poetry > Haiku
  Morning

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Oh, my dear morning; I am deeply afraid that You'll come too quickly...
• Poetry > Haiku
  Umbrella

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  i'll always be your umbrella if life tries to rain on your parade...
• Poetry > Haiku
  Different

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  i throw torn papers and write again, hoping this one will be different...
• Poetry > Limerick
  New York City

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Its a city that refuses to sleep; With skyscrapers making hearts leap. If you think it's a bore, You'll still want more, My love for this city runs deep. Its a place where big dreams come true; Where a sad life can be renewed. The cars are all yellow, And it sure isn't mell...
• Opinion > School / College
  Skipping School: Is it Worth it or Not?

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Just taking one day off from school can affect your entire life. Even though you may feel too tired to go, or you don’t feel like taking a test, putting school off gets you nowhere. According to a recent survey, approximately 63,000 kids skip school each day. Why are so many choosing not to go? Ma...
• Poetry > Haiku
  Three Words

  

  By ebj.2014, St. John, WA

  Three plain words that I'll Never be able to say: I and love and you...