Author Archives: Catastrophe Jones

About Catastrophe Jones

Wretched word-goblin with enough interests that they're not particularly awesome at any of them. Terrible self-esteem and yet prone to hilarious bouts of hubris. Full of the worst flavors of self-awareness. Owns far too many craft supplies. Will sing to you at the slightest provocation.

The Dying Borders Of That Fading World

Cast your eyes on the ocean; cast your soul to the sea — when the dark night seems endless, please remember me. Somewhere far enough away to be beyond reach, there was a girl who was just a little too … Continue reading

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For Tree

They live on, even while we do not touch them. They live on, even without our knowing. She is still as youthful as she ever was, and he the same. It has only been ten years. The cities thrive, and … Continue reading

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It Was His Name, After All

Contentment sat well on features that were once again young enough to show boyish happiness and youthful optimism. In his jeans and Tshirts, Cosby sweaters and penny loafers, he was a new husband, a father to be, and he carried … Continue reading

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Kingly

There is a king upon a hill, in silent sadness, sitting still. With tempest eyes and ragged air, He sits upon his royal chair. Afraid to breach the rocky wall, He’s never seen the sky at all. There He sits, … Continue reading

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Remind Me

Remind me that I am more than this. Remind me, because I am fading. Remind me that I have something in my grasp, and I shouldn’t let go, or I might fall. Remind me that there is something other than … Continue reading

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