what is writing?
so exposing
so revealing & confessional
an endless endeavor
to translate the mind
thrusting it on paper
like a naked awakening
in a crowded conference
where you are the gallery’s new display
each scratch & scar
every single imperfection
observable by all
surrounding eyes
well,
here I am
so look
(at me)
I can’t deny my mind
these toiling brain cells
produced these words
factory-assembled
each blank document
a blanket of crisp snow
a mirror for my nudity
my vulnerabilities
an opportunity
a chance to explore
each other
& all our
tender times
Abbie Doll (she/hers) is an eclectic mess of a person who loves exploring the beautiful intricacies of the written word. She resides in Columbus, OH and received her MFA from Lindenwood University; her work has been featured or is forthcoming in Door Is a Jar Magazine, OPEN: Journal of Arts & Letters (O:JA&L), Black Fox Literary Magazine, among others. Follow her @AbbieDollWrites.