Category Archives: Relationships

Flashbacks

Posted on March 4, 2018 by Suzanne

I’m having flashbacks today. Michael’s on my mind. Spring is in the air and I find myself longing for love again. Was Michael love?  I think so. Love means a lot of things. I loved him as a fellow human … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Life

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Suzanne

You’ve created a nice life for yourself.  Clean, organized, structured.  Everything in its place.  The career, the house, the car, the trips.  I don’t fit into that tidy little box.  I’m a little too… organic.  The dirt under my fingernails.  … Continue reading →

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Life, Change of Perspective, One-Night Stands

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Suzanne

I brought him home to my apartment.  He was a good dancer who had looked deep into my eyes.  I’m sure he knew that was the way to a lady’s heart.  I’m sure that he had looked into many a … Continue reading →

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Change of Direction

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Suzanne

We don’t dance together anymore. He wanted to be the main attraction. I was in it for the connection. It was time for us to change directions. copyright Suzanne Norton 2017

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Gratitude for You and Pink Grapefruit

Posted on January 22, 2017 by Suzanne

With each juicy bite, Pink pulp wedged between my teeth I remember your soft lips, Each tender kiss, Every second our bodies moved in and out of a new reality. And I’m grateful. Grateful for the beauty. For the feelings … Continue reading →

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The Words are in the Water

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Suzanne

He told me how many raindrops were in the clouds. What to do when lightning strikes the ground. How much he loves my blue eyes, Such a contrast from his brown. I wondered about the meaning of life Contemplating why … Continue reading →

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making love and paper airplanes

Posted on September 3, 2016 by Suzanne

He stood in the kitchen making paper airplanes. An image of my son came to mind.  He’d shared a similar interest, at age ten. I reclaimed my clothes from the living room floor, went to my bedroom, and quietly closed … Continue reading →

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Peripheral Vision

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Suzanne

Someone new comes into my life and your essence always disappears. Alone again and you fill up that empty place. It’s been almost a year. Why do you keep invading my space? Copyright Suzanne Norton 2016

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What’s Your Sign?

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Suzanne

I’m taking off the sign I’ve been wearing that reads: Wanted Dysfunctional Relationship Copyright Suzanne Norton 2016

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The Opening

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Suzanne

I never opened up my soul to you. Now I unveil  it all too soon. Each time the sense of trust,  so coldly ripped apart Leaves jagged little shards, wedged deep into my heart. They penetrate a little less, with … Continue reading →

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