The Comet's Flame

People make me sad. They exhibit so much selfishness, hypocrisy, and obscene pride. They act like they own the planet. They wear a smiling mask of happiness and complacency with no regard for the few tortured souls who live every day locked in a hopeless battle against grief and misery. Yet I can’t seem to [...]

Have you ever felt completely alone, even though you were surrounded by people? I would have to classify that feeling as the defining emotion of my life. Most of the time, I feel that I am separated from those around me by a two-way mirror of sorts. I can look through the glass barrier and [...]

Today, I am disgusted with myself. I am saddened by the realization that I represent the very things I despise. I am a hypocrite. I call myself a pacifist, but do I promote peace and tranquility in my home? I call myself a lover of beauty, but do I add beauty to the world around [...]