There was a knock at the door. Alia’s hair was ratty and unwashed and was quick to throw into a messy bun as she put her morning coffee down. She wasn’t expecting anything except an online package and some coupons but mail came later in the day. It was 3:56 in the morning. Alia couldn’t…
The sound of the faucet turning on is the only noise that drowns out the screams in Clarisse Dumont’s ears. 5 years ago, water reminded her of cold showers on hot days, now they remind her of relief. Palms, to the back of hands, between the fingers, over the sides, under the nails, and then…
“We have the same code.” “What does that mean exactly” “We seem to be the same person” It feels like a black hole has opened in the universe. The last 50 years have narrowed down to this moment. Technological advancement saves material space by virtualizing every valuable item one could own. From suitcases to dressers,…
In the silence of the moment, I was captured by the way you breathe, The pure awe broadcasted on your face like the sound of silence was the greatest epiphany you ever heard. I could hear the fireworks in your heart and the gear shift in your mind, And when the silence sank I could…