Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by an EnvironmentAs I shifted the oddly heavy antique-looking key in my hand I shook my head. As everyone opened their envelopes to find heirlooms and…Dec 29, 2022Dec 29, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by a Life Experience“You’re just a kid” … “Let us take care of you.” It seemed like such sound advice when I was 16 and desperate to hang out with friends…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by an ImageAs a walked further down the dimly lit alley, the noise of the last call and drunken patrons faded away. All that was left was the sound of…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by a WordWe the jury find Dashiel Jones guilty on all counts. The lead juror’s voice started to fade as he read all counts I was found guilty on…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by MusicAs Josh began to clean out the apartment they once shared, a flash of a shiny object came to light. The metal picture frame she gifted him…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by a Question Continued“What will it be?! You ask that like you want to know if I am having the salmon or the chicken for dinner.” I shoved myself off the couch…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by a QuestionAfter 40 grueling minutes on the phone with my mother, I find myself perched on a bar stool at the dive bar I have claimed as my Cheers…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by a SoundMy palms were sweating as I slipped on the heavy lace material. The day that so many girls dreamed of was here in front of me and all I…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by a WordIn the dark, I fumbled around to find the cause of the noise that brought me out of what I hoped would have been a deep sleep but actually…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022
Kaitlyn HawkinsInspired by an EnvironmentI remember the day the shop opened. The bustling crowds, the wide-eyed and bright-smiled children roaming the shelves. Parents followed…Dec 28, 2022Dec 28, 2022