If you could have something named after you, what would it be? Here in Denver, there is a street named Jasmine. When I was a child, we would ride past, and my mother would say, “jazz o mine.” (Prior to her descent into madness) I felt special, and I found it funny. There’s also the…
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Hyper Feminine – Stories
Metallic pale pink, pale pink Guess sneakers. Perfectly styled hair, light makeup. I was minding my business, headed across town to the beauty supply store. It was a beautiful, late spring day in 2019. I really just wanted to get out of the house. I needed a moment. Truly, I didn’t feel like myself. I…
Being Overly Independent
Describe a phase in life that was difficult to say goodbye to. It really is ok to do things on your own…but there are some matters where you do need help. This phase was hard to let go of because I was certain it sustained me, but it really only kept me in the dark….
Only A Few
Who are your favorite people to be around? Firstly my children and significant other. No contest. After that, those who are artistic, wholesome, openly loving, kind and generous. Maybe we won’t be friends until the end of time, but kindness goes a long way. Being genuine is so overlooked in an age where men will…
Is This a Dilemma?
What do people generally believe sustains us? Is it working and shopping, or something unseen? Hi, I’m JCS, living proof that the system maintains nothing, and I maintain myself. You’re thinking…that’s impossible. I’ve done what I’ve dreamt of just about without breaking my back. Another store is closing near me. Forever21 is closing one more…
Can He Outdo Himself?
Share one of the best gifts you’ve ever received. My s/o is not short of terrible tales of his ex. One story basically ruined Valentines Day, also had the holiday in wondering for me. Out of respect, I won’t divulge details, but I will offer you a glimmer of hope. February 2024, we decided to…
From Visions
Write about your dream home. I have a very vivid imagination, and I value it deeply. Some will have ideas they have seen, I have solely my cerebral cortex. I know exactly what it looks like inside and out – high arching windows, stone, high arching ceilings, marble, granite. A spiral staircase, simple…elegant. But seemingly…
I Would Never
I have never thought the grass was greener on the other side. Even when my ex was the absolute worst, I remained loyal. When a woman, specially, tells you she is taken…it seems that the immediate reaction is – I can steal her away from him. Last summer, two people i stopped talking to found…
My Top Five
List five things you do for fun. I enjoy simple things – like going to the ballet, which I’ll be doing next month. But here’s a list of activities I frequent. 5. – Watch my favorite shows and movies (over again) I am very picky 4. Go shopping. I buy things all at once, and…
The Heiress JCS 