Betsy : Writing

Wonder

Wonder

A Poem by Betsy


When home became abusive instead of safe, I found myself scared and alone. When worth was something I was not, I found a rabbit hole. ..
Picture Perfect

Picture Perfect

A Poem by Betsy


They’re the paint needed for my masterpiece I am the artist placing them side by side In a not so perfect order. Autumn is pastel ros..
Failing & Falling

Failing & Falling

A Poem by Betsy


I sit with my lips stitched together. Time dripping like the leaky faucet in your apartment. The nerves throughout my body match my frayed su..
Unique

Unique

A Story by Betsy


The girl was as unique as her name. Her bleach blonde hair fell down her back in waves that gave way to purple ends. She winged her eyeliner and lin..
Rising From Ashes

Rising From Ashes

A Poem by Betsy


I wonder if my silence speaks louder than crowds, Voices whipping around me like a breeze. And on impulse I open my mouth. The words that tu..
Who Am I?

Who Am I?

A Poem by Betsy


This girl, she dreams of tomorrow, Because she doubts anyone knows. How she cries herself to sleep. How she watches herself bleed. How she laughs ..
Safety

Safety

A Story by Betsy


My whole life I’ve had unsteady homes and irresponsible parenting. I grew up afraid of being made fun of because I was constantly being tossed..