http://slow.writerscafe.org/judith106 The original writings of author judith106 en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776000637 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 Written in 2003. Maclane Hospital, Belmont Mass. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/1058769/ Just can not explain my family.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/1058748/ Longing for night, when the worlds' dark and slow.Why she feels she must roam, she truly does not know.Wanting so to resist, yet gives in to the pain.Preparing to go, she steps out into the rain.She knows what she needs, and that she must try.Her tears flowing freely, while searching the sky.Wonderi.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/999892/ Bridget, get me some ice!I've long known what that meant.Mom was taken from us.And her other was sent.Wanting always to help her,Staying close by her side.Telling me how she loves us,While I watched as she cried.Listening late at night,I wont sleep at all.Hoping I will hear herIf she needs me at all.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/998888/ Written one day about how I felt when I walked to School as a child. I repressed memories of abuse until age 27. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/998440/ After years of struggling with my mental health I still feel misunderstood. I keep my secrets to myself http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/997668/ http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/973683/  The best smell I have ever known.I remember now how it made me feel.  Feeling safe in that place I laid.My worries were so small.  Now I know it is still here with me.Why did I forget so long?  Can I go back? I know I can't.But my heart is still right there.      .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/961767/ From under my covers, that's if I peak out.There's a small ray of hope where there used to be doubt.If I come out slowly, will the fear stay away?Could I find that safe place? Would I dare to stay?I know to be careful and will take my time.To restore my heart...Make my life mine.     .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/961730/  Running in circles, feeling wild.Driven by fear, this broken child.  Who will save her? Is there someone near?Or will the world go on without a care?  She's all alone, she knows that now.Keeps on going, some way, somehow.  Never knowing why this came to be,Her heart is empty, he.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/961726/  Wandering ahead, never looking back.The past is gone, will not return.  Stop and look up high, forget your woes.Life will go on, feeling broken or whole.  Keep in mind, the world is hard.But wander on, or die inside...                  &nb.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/961725/  White graduation caps flying high above the crowd. Four years spent side by side come to a close on this night.  Many happy, tearful faces combing the group for familiar faces of significant friends, hugging those who were acquaintences.  I did not search the crowd. Unwillingly I hug.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/958859/ Sudden death http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/956404/ Hand it to me. All I can take.I will quietly hold it, but make no mistake. You will never see it. I will hide it well.Clenching so tightly I won't ever tell. What will this do down deep in my heart.My life will be over. You'll be torn apart. I'm trying to listen, but struggle to hear... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955855/ If the wind swept me, up so very high.Into the cold air, of a moonlit sky.Where would I fly if I let myself go?Would I see the world clearly? learn things I dont know?Id grab onto the wind, if given the chance.To soar high above and let my heart dance.          &nb.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955852/ I look out onto the crashing waves.  Knowing you are out there and wonder why you left.The ocean has taken you for its own possesion.  Are you now part of the earth?Will you ever be returned?  You must see the same glowing moon as me.So goodnight my friend, I must go.  I will lea.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955849/ Little child spinning free,Wonders who she'll grow to be.Thinking of the years ahead,She wants to spin but falls instead. As she lay upon the ground,Her head is dizzy, her heart will pound.Yet, happily she looks up high,Taking in the cloudy sky.What lies ahead? She'll wait to see.This little ch.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955822/  Realize it's not to late.Let go of saddness, fear and hate.  The life you live, the one you choose.There's alot to chance, so much to lose.  Look at the world through little eyes.They are full of hope, they don't despise.  Learn so much from those you teach.All thats good is wit.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955748/ You always said...I believed you were rightWhat now then?Can't you tell me anymore?I'm getting lost, drowning.You won't be here to save me.Don't let me be consumed.I need to believe you still hear.I will listen for you in tears.Because, you always said... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955675/  In my worst time of need...When I feel I can't breath.The familiar I reached for is no longer there.Gone on that day I remember so well.If I can't get it back, will I live with regret?The time has come...I have to reach out.It's not to late, I know in my heart.I will put out my hand without th.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955664/  What I have learned from those who taught, Has left my mind and soul distraught.  For it was them, I trusted dear.Making me scream, refusing to hear.  I'll hold back my hate, for at least this day.Work hard on peace in my heart to stay.  Until then, what to do?I can not go .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955662/ When I took my first steps, while I struggled to stand.It was you to reach out, saying "sister take my hand".Whenever I stumbled, I never had doubt.You would be behind me, and help figure things out.So if ever you waver or feel you may fall.I pray that its me you would think of to call.Know I will c.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955660/  The night is cold, I'm going home.This final goodbye, ends my roam.  I will watch you go, a tear will fall.Sadly wave in front of all.  When your gone I will walk away.Only then, will I be home to stay. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955658/   Angry flames are flying high.  Sparks escape  toward the summer nights sky.We form a half circle, fixed on this sight.  Warm with the feeling that all is alright.Appriciated by all, both young and the old.  There's no need to speak, the silence is gold. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955656/  Come stand behind me. I'm going to fall.Just this once help me. I have no one at all. I know you wont like it, or want to come near.Hating me always, my existence, my fear. I don't really blame you. I have taken alot.But I looked up to you, saw all that I'm not. I'm sure it is h.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955626/ Far out in the distance, I'm straining to see.Never quite clear, what's in store for me. Will I always fear this? Am I all alone?Why can't I speak or make my pain known? I know that you love me, I'm sure in my heart.If I tell you my secrets it will tear you apart. So what is the answe.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955622/ I try so hard, I long for peace.At this dark time, the pain wont cease.I see your face from days long gone.And pray for strength to carry on.Once again, the night is here.Midnight..have you been there?Sleep wont come. No not tonight.My soul was scarred, I could not fight.That frightened child from y.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/judith106/955618/