Author Archives: upthestairs87

Goodbye, My Almost Lover

Posted on January 15, 2014 by upthestairs87

The two stood facing each other, one boy and one girl. Slowly they each wrapped one arm around the others waist and looked at each other with uncertainty. Their toes inched closer, closing the gap between their hips. Then the … Continue reading →

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Broken, Scared, Unsure, Magnificent Generation

Posted on January 12, 2014 by upthestairs87

I am part of a generation that is struggling to have what our parents had but failing miserably in the process. We are a generation full of debt and the use of humiliation as a means of humor.  We are … Continue reading →

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The Stages of Falling Into Crazy

Posted on December 16, 2013 by upthestairs87

“Have I gone mad?” – Alice “I’m afraid so, but let me tell you something, the best people usually are.” – Cheshire Cat It begins with a look or a small word and suddenly I’m at the beginning stages of … Continue reading →

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Genie In A Bottle

Posted on December 8, 2013 by upthestairs87

“I’m a genie in a bottle You gotta rub me the right way” I was listening to the original Christina Aguilera hit today while jamming out to varied other songs of my youth and I started thinking about that line … Continue reading →

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Feels Like Tomorrow

Posted on November 7, 2013 by upthestairs87

The night was cool but not bitter, letting the small warmth it let come through the air whisper of empty promises it wanted to make. I opened the door and heard the jingle indicating I was in the right place. … Continue reading →

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