Author Archives: Catastrophe Jones
Return 16
Life moved on. We moved on. Families and children grew. Gardens and flocks thrived. Somehow, amidst the rubble of the world, we refugees made life. There were green things growing, pink babies squalling, clear water singing — life happened. It … Continue reading
Return 15
Though the walk was long, the way was not unfamiliar. We had left a trail through the rubble, where our boots and feet wore against the stone grass and pushed the pebbles and ash away from our marching line. Parched, … Continue reading
Rhythm & Guts
The heart of me is all torn up, my throat has caught on fire, like I could pull my insides out and watch the flames get higher. Everything now tastes of blood, or ash, or hate, or lies — I … Continue reading
Rhythm & Guts
The heart of me is all torn up, my throat has caught on fire, like I could pull my insides out and watch the flames get higher. Everything now tastes of blood, or ash, or hate, or lies — I … Continue reading