Scented Presence

Are you stuck in the past or the future?

Swirling in my thoughts about the past, vivid memories of the wrong thing said, the wrong action done; sticking out like a sore thumb.

Jumping forward in time to the million what-ifs stronger than ever during a time of such uncertainty.

The soft scent of stovetop popcorn brings me back to the present, the now the little pip, pops, of tiny explosions; spectacular food fireworks without a care for the regrets, the debts.

I live in the now.

With the crunch of one kernel, I lay the past to rest; yet another crispy bite, I schedule dedicated planning time for the rest.

For now, I am resting. I am making this space for me.

Lucy (The Egg Girl) wants to commit to living more in the present, acknowledging that the past has taught her for the better, committing to planning but not overplanning for the future. She also writes about being rejected, her superpowers, and her favourite kdramas. She encourages you to check out Carolyn Riker’s poem: Longing for Blue to be Beautiful.

Thank you to Aimée Gramblin for being such a supportive role model in the poetry space, for inspiring me to continue writing despite my doubts. 🧡