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Baby Face

2008-09-03T08:33:16-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 126, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is about the boy that I can't tear my eyes away from, he captivates me so and I can't even begin to express it in words. Mentions drugs.

Flashbacks

2008-09-03T08:17:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Haiku
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 31, Words: 506, Reviews: 66, Complete

A collection of Haiku poems written about a variety of my thoughts and experiences. I will add a new one each time I write one.

Deadly

2008-09-03T08:14:20-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst/Hurt/Comfort
Chapters: 1, Words: 97, Reviews: 2, In-Progress

This is about anorexia, which has tragically got me gripped in it's vicious claws once again.

May She Rest In Peace

2008-09-03T08:08:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: M
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 78, Reviews: 2, Complete

Morbidly, I was thinking about what it might say on my gravestone, and this poem was a result of that thought. Contains swearing.

Wasted

2008-09-03T08:04:27-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst/Hurt/Comfort
Chapters: 1, Words: 138, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is how I feel about my life at the moment. I think there's kind of a nice rhythm to this.

2007-09-17T09:04:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 200, Reviews: 1, Complete

Feelings and thoughts I have upon attending my weekly counselling.

Thought Stealers

2007-09-17T08:55:42-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 42, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about being stoned and having the inspiration to write, which is something I don't have anymore otherwise.

Mirror Mirror, pt2

2007-09-17T08:51:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 146, Reviews: 0, Complete

I wrote Mirror Mirror, the original of this, over five years ago, and you can find it in my earliest writing. I was thinking about the poem the other day and I wrote this follow up mostly to see if anything had really changed for me. Not a lot has, sadly!

Sweet Sixteen

2007-09-17T08:38:55-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 149, Reviews: 1, Complete

When you're sixteen, you feel so grown up, and it's only looking back several years later, that you realise what a child you really were. That's what I've just discovered, anyway!

Four Pennies

2007-09-17T08:32:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 70, Reviews: 0, Complete

A horrible day, followed by a nice relaxing joint or two. Or three.

Lovesick

2007-09-17T08:28:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K+
Humor/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 59, Reviews: 1, Complete

This started out as something nice, and then the last line just sort of jumped out and I liked it. You can never trust anyone, even the one that you love the most!

For The One Who Gave Birth To Me

2007-09-17T08:24:59-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Family
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 286, Reviews: 1, Complete

This was difficult to write, because I usually don't admit to the fact that I have such huge issues with my mother. But I do, and here's a small part of our story.

The Couple

2007-09-17T08:13:44-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 38, Reviews: 0, Complete

This is about a boy and a girl who are on the course I'm doing at the moment. They're so into each other, even after three years, and I think it's beautiful.

Bath Of Needles

2007-09-17T08:10:44-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 111, Reviews: 0, Complete

Someone once told me that life is like swimming in a bath of needles. This is the poem that came to me the other day, when I thought about what he said.

Sacred

2007-09-17T07:57:42-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 91, Reviews: 0, Complete

About the man I'm in love with. Need I say more?

It Burns

2007-09-17T07:30:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 74, Reviews: 0, Complete

The way it feels inside my head. The things that will never change.

The Things They Said

2007-09-17T07:25:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Haiku
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 6, Words: 96, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is a collection of haiku poems that I wanted to keep separate from "Flashbacks." These are all things that people have said to me which have impacted me in one way or another.

My Green Lover

2007-09-10T09:40:35-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 176, Reviews: 1, Complete

About my cannabis use, and how it came about. I've turned the drug into a person.

No Way Back

2007-09-10T09:27:37-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 50, Reviews: 3, Complete

About suicide when you get to that place in your head where it seems like the only option, nothing can make the thought go away, no matter how good everything around you seems. Sometimes there's no way back from that frame of mind.

Ode To The Plant

2007-09-10T09:16:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 18, Reviews: 1, Complete

Short and sweet, it's just about the things that smoking weed steals from me, and when it's all gone, my inspiration goes with it.

Learn To Love Your Inner Self

2007-09-10T09:14:35-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 128, Reviews: 1, In-Progress

Sarcastic, all the things I hate about myself.

Classcrossed Lovers

2007-09-10T09:04:21-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Tragedy/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 124, Reviews: 2, Complete

This started out as a 'rich girl loves poor boy' poem, and turned into something a little darker and more like Romeo & Juliet. It's kind of funny, in a sick way.

I Will Follow Him

2007-09-10T08:58:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 124, Reviews: 0, Complete

This is about having faith in an elusive God. I didn't want to put it under religion, because I don't think it's about religion, it's more about faith, which is a totally different thing.

Every Day Drops Away

2007-09-10T08:51:24-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 121, Reviews: 2, Complete

When it comes to drugs, this is the other side of the coin. Lack of motivation, depression and paranoia.

Joint

2007-09-10T08:44:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about the physical and then the mental effects of having a joint.

My Man

2007-09-10T08:36:56-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 266, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about moving from man to man, breaking hearts including your own. Some people are like this, and I hate to admit I'm one of them.

Don't Tell Me To Keep Both Feet On The Ground

2007-09-10T08:23:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 123, Reviews: 0, Complete

This is about tripping, about how amazing it can be. Obviously there's a bad side to it, but this is just about the good.

Weed Head

2007-09-10T08:15:20-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 35, Reviews: 0, Complete

A poem about how addicted I am, which I didn't realise until recently.

Asking For Help

2006-05-01T04:53:38-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 39, Reviews: 4, Complete

Because sometimes, you just need to swallow your pride...

Nightmares

2006-05-01T04:48:45-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 27, Reviews: 3, Complete

I've had a lot of nightmares lately...

Save Me

2006-05-01T04:45:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 72, Reviews: 3, Complete

Rated due to content, no swearing but it's about suicide. It's about when it feels like you're just being called to wave goodbye to the world.

Breaking Me Down

2006-04-30T13:35:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: M
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 129, Reviews: 3, Complete

Trying to tear yourself away from someone who repeatedly hurts you. Picking up the pieces when hope seems totally lost.

Stuck

2006-04-30T13:24:24-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: M
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 99, Reviews: 3, Complete

When the world that you don't belong in is moving too fast for you...

Just Me, The Best Way To Be?

2006-04-30T13:18:20-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: M
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 105, Reviews: 1, Complete

Written after an arguement. Sometimes it's better to be alone, because you can't get hurt that way. This is rather bitter. I'm over it now though, ha ha.

Every Inch Of Me

2006-04-29T18:10:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 100, Reviews: 3, Complete

Written when I was going through a rough patch, after he told me that he loves every inch of me. I wrote it in a card for him, to make sure he knew how I felt.

Oliver Joseph

2006-04-29T18:05:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Poetry/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 105, Reviews: 0, Complete

About what he has taught me, the things he has done for me, how much he means to me. I hope this does my feelings justice.

All Falls Down

2006-04-29T17:59:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Poetry/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 97, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about how everything seems different at night, how it makes you contemplate more.

The Truth About Her

2006-01-08T19:35:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: M
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 262, Reviews: 3, Complete

This was written after an... incident. Once I'd written it, I found that I'd got a lot of what I was feeling into it, more than intended. I actually really like this poem. I hope you do too. Rated for single use of language and also content.

Smile

2006-01-08T19:22:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 64, Reviews: 3, Complete

Something I wrote when I met the guy who is now my boyfriend. I'd just got out of a horrible relationship (many poems here about it...) and I wanted something good. Called Smile, because I fell in love with his smile!

Yes, I Loved Him

2006-01-08T19:17:37-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 95, Reviews: 0, Complete

At the time, I was blind and I couldn't admit to what I felt, but now that it's all over, I can see that he really was the love of my life, even if he's not anymore, even though I hardly think of him now.

Come As You Are

2006-01-08T19:11:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 88, Reviews: 1, Complete

Yes, I have shamelessly stolen a title from a Nirvana song, but this has nothing to do with Kurt's version! It's about how, when you're depressed, you tend to drag other people down with you, whether you mean to or not. I think this flows pretty well.

Your Average Girl, And Also Me

2006-01-08T19:05:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 92, Reviews: 1, Complete

Just a good old angsty piece, and hopefully something that a lot of you will be able to take something from.

The Easy Way Out

2006-01-08T18:29:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 135, Reviews: 2, Complete

We all lie sometimes, some of us more than others. This is about how easy it is to lie, but how it isn't ALWAYS the easiest way out of a situation...

My Black Rainbow

2006-01-08T18:17:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 120, Reviews: 4, Complete

About living with schizophrenia. Probably doesn't affect many of you, at least I hope not, but I expect you'll get something from this poem anyway, because there's something inside all of us which makes us feel bad sometimes.

When I Come Around

2006-01-08T18:10:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 137, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about being in a bad relationship, when you love the person in question, but you know that it's destructive.

Two Plus One

2006-01-08T18:03:23-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 122, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about being on the sidelines, about secretly wanting someone, about not knowing yourself and wanting to know another person... maybe you should just read it? It's about a lot of things!

Voices, Scars And Bleeding Hearts

2006-01-06T10:54:45-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: M
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 103, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is quite a negative piece, and written a while back. It's directed at several different people, hopefully you can take something from it. Rated for language and content.

Sticks And Stones

2006-01-06T09:46:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 122, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is about how we tend to find it easy to believe the bad things that people saqy about us- I think everyone's guilty of taking negative comments to heart sometimes.

Not Now That I've Got You

2006-01-06T09:37:55-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 131, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is about finding someone who loves you fully, just as you are, and knowing that you can just be yourself around them.

Unbreakable

2006-01-05T17:25:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: M
Angst/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 175, Reviews: 0, Complete

This is a song I wrote a while back, about an ended friendship, where the other person is still out to hurt you. It's about being strong in yourself.

Torn

2004-09-25T12:34:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 215, Reviews: 6, Complete

Written on request. This is about being torn between two people- one a boyfriend, and the other just a friend who could have been more.

The Bigger Picture

2004-09-25T10:33:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 84, Reviews: 6, Complete

People are always telling me to look at the bigger picture, and to stop getting lost in the details. However, I strongly believe that the bigger picture cannot exist without the smaller things.

Supermodel

2004-09-25T10:32:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Humor
Chapters: 1, Words: 179, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is a two-way conversation between myself and the mirror. Perhaps you can relate. One side is negative, the other positive. It's easy to figure out which is which. This is funny, but not "ha ha" funny.

Method

2004-09-25T10:30:21-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Poetry
Chapters: 1, Words: 115, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is for all of those who cannot find inspiration. It explains when and how I get my ideas for writing.

Almost As Good

2004-09-25T10:28:53-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 111, Reviews: 3, Complete

This poem describes a situation which we all experience from time to time- the struggle to prove ourselves in a world where we just can't measure up.

Accidental Love

2004-09-25T10:27:31-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 109, Reviews: 1, Complete

About a chance meeting which results in something unexpected, although not entirely unwanted!

Sweet Child

2004-09-16T03:50:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 91, Reviews: 7, Complete

Hard to summarize. Just read it, and hopefully you'll like it! I guess it's more positive than a lot of my work.

The World Turns Over

2004-09-15T07:20:23-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 87, Reviews: 5, Complete

How I'm feeling right now. This is about questions, changes and doubts. I hope it makes as much sense to you as it does to me.

I Will Fall Into Your Arms

2004-09-09T12:44:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 58, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is one of those pieces that only makes perfect sense to me, although you might be able to draw something personal from this, I don't know.

Final

2004-09-09T12:42:30-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 109, Reviews: 4, Complete

Does your life resemble this?

Dead End Relationship

2004-09-09T12:41:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 46, Reviews: 1, Complete

For anyone who has ever wanted out, but cannot escape because of the mind games.

Bed

2004-09-09T12:40:16-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 26, Reviews: 0, Complete

About a brief sexual encounter, one which is purely physical with no emotions attached.

Beauty Still Exists

2004-09-09T08:42:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Haiku
English, Rated: K
General/Spiritual
Chapters: 3, Words: 47, Reviews: 2, Complete

After all my depressing poems I've written of late, I decided to write this collection of Haiku to show that beauty still exists in the world if we are willing to open our eyes and actually see it.

Rest, My Child

2004-09-06T02:58:31-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 94, Reviews: 4, Complete

When you read this, think of someone older and wiser than you saying these words to you. It's supposed to be kind of soothing and comforting, but it probably isn't!

I Cannot Turn Away

2004-08-24T10:44:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 109, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is alright... sounds quite good when it's played.

Unbreakables

2004-08-24T10:42:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 42, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is written for myself and another person. I don't think it really needs explaining- not to the person it's written for, anyway.

She

2004-08-24T10:41:49-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 94, Reviews: 4, Complete

This is probably more of a song because I've written a melody for it and everything, but it flows more like a poem.

He Is Risen

2004-08-24T10:40:51-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 95, Reviews: 3, Complete

This started off as a very negative piece, but I'd like to think that it ends on a much more hopeful, positive note.

A Time To Begin

2004-08-24T10:38:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 178, Reviews: 2, Complete

The title I originally wanted for this, was "it's never a good time to start being normal" but that seemed a bit long. This piece will probably confuse you anyway, so I wouldn't even bother reading it.

Never What You Want

2004-08-18T14:41:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 2, Complete

Just about how nothing ever turns out as we would like it to. Pretty general stuff, really, but an alright poem I suppose.

Sweet And Sour

2004-08-18T14:40:14-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 125, Reviews: 6, Complete

This is a (non-graphic) poem about a romantic experience which turned into a rape. Rated due to subject, although like I said, the content isn't really that graphic.

To Be Perfect

2004-08-16T14:02:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 149, Reviews: 2, Complete

I guess we all have the same longing to be absolutely flawless, even though it's something that nobody will ever achieve.

Stained Paper

2004-08-16T13:59:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 48, Reviews: 2, Complete

It's a short piece about using writing (or art) as an outlet for pain rather than hurting myself.

Predetermined

2004-08-14T15:41:30-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 57, Reviews: 1, Complete

A short piece questioning whether or not our lives have been planned out for us.

Fallen Princess, Broken Wings

2004-08-12T10:52:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 145, Reviews: 7, Complete

It's quite hard to write a summary, but it's basically about having someone to protect you. That someone isn't always strong and perfect though. Sometimes they can be as broken as you are.

These Words

2004-08-12T06:55:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 4, Complete

Grr, writer's block. I think that just about sums it up, doesn't it?

Tortured Child

2004-08-05T16:25:44-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 49, Reviews: 2, Complete

It's about the person inside us who is telling us not to run away, even when it's the only thing we have left to do.

You'll Never Walk Alone

2004-08-03T16:03:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 162, Reviews: 3, Complete

Because soul mates will always find each other again.

All In My Head

2004-07-28T11:39:27-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 54, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's about a relationship changing for the worse.

Once, Twice, Three Times

2004-07-28T11:38:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 87, Reviews: 3, Complete

A piece about dying emotionally, something everyone can relate to, I hope.

In The Crowd

2004-07-26T05:42:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 85, Reviews: 4, Complete

About that popular girl who everyone hates; how looks are always deceptive, and you never really know another person.

Diamond Wings

2004-07-20T13:11:35-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 87, Reviews: 4, Complete

It's about wings being broken, and therefore leaving you trapped and alone with your issues.

Every Time

2004-07-20T13:10:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 70, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is another one about being stuck in a relationship which you don't want to be in, although this one differs somewhat because it refers to something abusive I have experienced.

Those Changes

2004-07-13T15:18:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 196, Reviews: 2, Complete

This came totally off the top of my head today, and I think it turned out alright. It's about people changing and leaving you behind.

Bleed Me Dry Before I Die

2004-07-13T15:14:55-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 56, Reviews: 4, Complete

What the summary says! Also, this one is acrostic.

My Three Gods

2004-07-13T15:12:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 124, Reviews: 2, Complete

It's about different views on the God which I believe exists... basically stating that nothing can be perfect, blah blah blah. I promise it's better than I've made it sound.

Who Are We?

2004-07-13T15:10:29-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 36, Reviews: 1, Complete

Questioning our rights to this world.

Flower Princess

2004-07-12T10:57:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: T
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 18, Words: 33,857, Reviews: 42, Complete

COMPLETE! The story of Casey, who after spending two years living and surviving on the streets, is found and sent home to live with her family. But what made her leave to begin with? Rated due to some content, and possible language later on.

Blurred

2004-07-10T14:32:50-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 100, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is a poem about being stuck in a relationship that you don't want to be in, even though you know you will never end it.

Soul Mate

2004-07-09T05:33:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Romance
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 227, Reviews: 3, Complete

About my soul mate, my best friend, the only one who understands me.

Little Secrets

2004-07-07T09:28:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 133, Reviews: 9, Complete

This one is about self-harm, the first one I have written on this subject for a while. I guess it must be playing on my mind more than usual.

Reach

2004-07-07T09:19:44-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 46, Reviews: 2, Complete

Another one about not giving up and not falling down.

I Have Faith

2004-07-07T09:15:56-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 5, Complete

It's about not letting life get you down, and it's about being able to have faith in God through everything which has been thrown at you.

Expectations Broken

2004-06-30T18:31:03-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 52, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is a slightly weird one, and it might not make sense to you, though it does to me and that's what counts.

Photograph

2004-06-30T18:26:50-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 88, Reviews: 3, Complete

A girl gazes at a photograph of a man she knows she can never have...

Hold Me

2004-06-30T18:21:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 44, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is quite a simple piece, but I like it. It's about love, but it's examining the physical aspects rather than the emotional.

Daydreams

2004-06-30T18:18:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 70, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about daydreams, and the happy-go-lucky feelings which come with them.

This Play Called Life

2004-06-28T09:50:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 102, Reviews: 4, Complete

These are a few thoughts I had after reading Shakespeare's "All The World's A Stage" and I really like this piece, so I hope you do too.

If You Let Me Love You

2004-06-28T09:44:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 106, Reviews: 1, Complete

A slightly fluffier piece. Really, it's just about needing to be held and loved.

Break The Cliché

2004-06-28T09:43:03-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 140, Reviews: 2, Complete

A song I wrote about breaking out of things which bind us, and moving on.

What About Me?

2004-06-28T09:40:48-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 65, Reviews: 1, Complete

Basically, it's a bunch of random negative thoughts I threw together. I guess it's an OK piece though.

Make Me Beautiful

2004-06-26T13:14:48-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 36, Reviews: 1, Complete

About wanting to be needed and beautiful. Something I hope some of you can relate to.

Number Two

2004-06-25T16:28:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 91, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about always being second place, and hating it... deep down inside, I think we all just want to be the best at everything, don't we?

It Hurts When I Breathe In

2004-06-23T02:55:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 5, Complete

The title explains the content.

Once Upon A Time

2004-06-21T10:13:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Fantasy
English, Rated: K
Fantasy/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 114, Reviews: 10, Complete

It basically uses the main fairytale characters and settings as it's content, but the meaning implies that these things cannot exist when the human mind is so sceptical of anything out of the ordinary.

Humiliation

2004-06-11T15:28:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 113, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is about a situation which just happened to me, where my trust and privacy was violated in a huge way.

Something’s Got To Give

2004-06-11T15:23:57-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 78, Reviews: 2, Complete

Angsty crap. I thought I might as well post it anyway, in case someone actually likes it.

Nobody Told Me

2004-06-06T16:36:44-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Family
English, Rated: K
Tragedy/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 87, Reviews: 7, Complete

This is written for my cousin. He commited suicide two weeks ago. The funeral was on Friday. Nobody even bothered to tell me he had died until today and I am so angry and upset. There will be some more pieces on this later because I badly need to vent.

When I'm Being Like This

2004-06-04T15:55:43-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 180, Reviews: 4, Complete

This is a song about how I confuse myself. I think it's quite good, sounds alright on the guitar. Let me know what you think, anyway. Also, please review Flower Princess. I've got some feedback on it, but I'd love some more! All reviews are returned too.

This Is Me

2004-06-04T10:24:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 153, Reviews: 13, Complete

This is basically a poem about the feelings that I, and many others, face on a daily basis. Look at the letter at the start of every line. Yes, I was slightly bored!

Scared Of The Dark

2004-06-03T09:32:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 83, Reviews: 6, Complete

This one is written from the perspective of someone who is afraid of the dark.

Friends Forever

2004-06-02T04:33:08-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 117, Reviews: 5, Complete

Yesterday I got a phone call from someone I haven't spoken to for about two years. We grew up together, and have known each other since birth but we drifted apart. Cheesy title, I know.

Wrong

2004-06-01T06:08:03-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 28, Reviews: 3, Complete

It's about being in a relationship with someone who smothers you and won't let you go when you want to leave.

Run Around In Circles

2004-05-21T06:31:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 55, Reviews: 6, Complete

I guess it's sort of about going over the same old things over and over, not letting go, holding on to the past... that kind of thing.

Dedication

2004-05-21T03:51:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 157, Reviews: 10, Complete

This poem is a dedication to those who know what it is to hurt, to hate, to be alone... and mostly, it's for you! :)

Demons

2004-05-19T11:42:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 89, Reviews: 3, Complete

This could be read in many different ways, although in my case, the demons are symbolic.

Whore Child

2004-05-18T06:24:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 95, Reviews: 4, Complete

I wrote this to show that how someone acts on the outside does not always show what they feel on the inside. Rated for small use of language.

Control

2004-05-18T06:10:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 46, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is about being with someone abusive. It could either be a friendship or a relationship.

My Midnight Darling

2004-05-14T05:43:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 82, Reviews: 3, Complete

It's about loving someone, but only when you need something from them.

Cycle

2004-05-14T05:24:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 56, Reviews: 4, Complete

It's very short, but it's about being in an abusive relationship, and being too scared to break free.

This Is Not My World

2004-05-13T07:54:54-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 156, Reviews: 14, Complete

I guess the title says it all. It's hard to describe, but I think it's quite good.

Justice

2004-05-13T07:29:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
War
English, Rated: K
Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 74, Reviews: 5, Complete

This is a short, simple peice about war and how people justify it. I am totally against war. Please don't be offended by this.

I Want To Be Me

2004-05-10T03:31:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 79, Reviews: 4, Complete

It's a poem about wanting to be someone else, and wanting to be myself. This summary is crap, but that's basically what the poem is about.

Let Me Hold You

2004-05-06T04:36:26-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 198, Reviews: 3, Complete

I don't think this will make a lot of sense to anyone, but it's basically about wanting someone you can't have, even though they want you too.

And Then

2004-05-05T12:21:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 97, Reviews: 5, Complete

I lied when I said I was happy/ I lied when I said I was fine/ I lied when I told you I love you/ I lied when you asked if you're mine.

Stand By Me

2004-04-23T09:09:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 81, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's about standing by someone, obviously.

Find Me Here

2004-04-23T09:04:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 56, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's... weird. Yeah, I really can't think of a summary. I guess it's just about hiding from the truth, and ourselves.

Broken Shadows

2004-04-13T08:56:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 109, Reviews: 2, Complete

Basically, this one is just about being in denial, not being able to face up to things, and slowly slipping into depression. That's a crap summary, but oh well.

To Love

2004-03-31T11:09:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 69, Reviews: 3, Complete

It's not that good, but it's basically a poem about the true meaning of love.

Tainted Puzzles

2004-03-31T10:30:01-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 86, Reviews: 4, Complete

"My life is but a jigsaw, each piece a slice of pain." This poem refers to life as a jigsaw, and as a picture.

Learn

2004-03-29T14:02:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 105, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is a poem I wrote about a conversation with a friend, telling them to learn from mistakes I've already made.

Silver Lining

2004-03-29T06:19:24-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Drama/Angst
Chapters: 14, Words: 51,234, Reviews: 28, Complete

COMPLETE! This is the story of Sarah, a Chinese girl adopted by an English family. What will happen to her when the family falls apart, and what of Jack, the mysterious friend Sarah makes? I've put every two chapters together, to make them longer.

Fresh Morning

2004-03-29T04:17:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Nature
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 103, Reviews: 1, Complete

I wrote this free-form poem about the park I used to walk through beside my old house.

Make It On My Own

2004-03-26T07:24:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 167, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is a song I wrote to play on my guitar, about escaping from an abusive relationship.

Losing My Religion

2004-03-26T06:32:16-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 106, Reviews: 1, Complete

Unless you know a lot about what's happening in my life right now, this won't make one bit of sense to you.

Help Me Through

2004-03-23T06:24:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 88, Reviews: 2, Complete

It's about being trapped, either physically or inside yourself, and how God can help us through.

Nobody’s Perfect

2004-03-22T05:47:04-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Biography
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,003, Reviews: 0, Complete

This is something I've written for a short story competition. It's supposed to be less than a thousand words, and it needs to have given a positive message by the end.

Be Mine

2004-03-21T17:39:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 103, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about being attracted to someone you shouldn't be, and wanting them in spite of everything they've done.

Stale Whispers

2004-03-21T17:35:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 61, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is a bit hard to describe. It's very angsty, and basically just about the past and pain and my usual subjects.

Cut

2004-03-21T17:22:11-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Haiku
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 14, Reviews: 10, Complete

Instead of including this in "Flashbacks" with all my other haiku, I decided to put this on it's own. It's about how self-harm doesn't change the person inside.

Pupil

2004-03-21T17:19:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 42, Reviews: 1, Complete

Something random I wrote after looking at my eyes in the mirror. Conveys a deeper meaning.

Silver Locket

2004-03-16T06:23:29-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 228, Reviews: 4, Complete

In a way, this is quite a sad poem. It follows the course of a woman's life.

A Separated Death

2004-03-12T08:39:21-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 134, Reviews: 1, Complete

This one is about someone's death, only hopefully it's slightly more poetic than it sounds! It uses despair and hopelessness as it's main themes.

Space Angel

2004-03-11T03:44:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 70, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is for a friend, who was the inspiration for these words. The title is nothing to do with the poem, but it's the title of a picture this friend drew for me.

Set Back

2004-03-11T03:40:41-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 69, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's about overcoming set-backs, and getting back up on to your feet. This is something that I'm having to do right now, though I'm not going to say what happened.

Starshine

2004-03-11T03:30:38-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 2, Complete

A walk beneath the stars, a long time ago...

I Can Carve A Pattern

2004-03-10T15:16:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 139, Reviews: 9, Complete

It's about being strong enough to smile and keep up the pretence that you're OK, even when you're not.

Mental Scars

2004-03-05T05:43:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 227, Reviews: 4, Complete

This one is really positive. It just sort of fell out of me when I'd written the first line. I kind of like it, and I'd like some other opinions.

Oh, Lie

2004-03-05T05:05:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 122, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is something rather angsty that I'm hoping a lot of people will be able to relate to. It's kind of about living a lie and pretending to be someone you're not.

Burning Inside

2004-03-03T09:37:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 40, Reviews: 2, Complete

It's about rape. Rated for subject, though the content isn't too graphic. Please read and review some of my other stuff if you like this.

Suzie

2004-03-03T05:55:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 150, Reviews: 2, Complete

A small poem about a girl called Suzie, and the life she has led. Written entirely from my own experience.

Tainted Love

2004-03-01T03:33:23-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K+
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,540, Reviews: 0, Complete

Songfic, one chapter only. A highschool boy is in love with a girl, and is willing to kill her if he can't get her.

What If?

2004-02-27T15:26:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 124, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's basically about questioning all the stuff you believe in, and think you are sure of... that's a really crap summary, sorry.

Run

2004-02-27T15:16:48-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: T
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 581, Reviews: 1, Complete

Songfic about a girl who is continually being abused by her so-called boyfriend. Rated for language and content.

Harm

2004-02-26T06:33:20-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Haiku
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 60, Reviews: 4, Complete

This poem is written with each verse as a haiku, exploring the different areas of self-injury.

Upon This Sheet Of Paper

2004-02-26T04:15:49-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 74, Reviews: 4, Complete

Basically, this is a poem about how I write things down when I need to vent.

Inside, Outside

2004-02-25T14:43:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 151, Reviews: 1, Complete

About how people think they know the real me, but don't actually have the first idea who I am.

I Went Too Far

2004-02-25T14:31:54-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 67, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's about acting before thinking, and doing things before we are ready. The rhyming worked out quite well in this, I think...

Trace The Scar

2004-02-24T05:17:50-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 125, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about a night when I got a scar which I still have today.

A Part Of Me

2004-02-24T05:06:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 166, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is about how Jesus will always be a part of me, despite all the pain I am going through.

Letting Go

2004-02-23T05:36:42-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Biography
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 431, Reviews: 3, Complete

A letter to someone from my past who hurt me. It's about moving on and growing stronger.

Welcome To The Darkness

2004-02-18T16:42:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 190, Reviews: 9, Complete

It's really hard to describe this. It's kind of about being pulled down into depression. You really have to read it, though. I think it's one of the best things I've written. In a way, it's kind of like dark humour.

I Can't

2004-02-18T04:42:23-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 84, Reviews: 3, Complete

It's about the need to break free from our old selves, and start again.

Narcissistic

2004-02-13T06:55:24-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 50, Reviews: 8, Complete

I don't really know how to describe it... but chances are you will either relate to it, or just find it way too disturbing.

I Believe

2004-02-12T06:24:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 157, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is a poem about sticking to what you believe in until the very end.

I Don't Want To Be Like This

2004-02-12T04:14:59-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 118, Reviews: 1, Complete

It's about trying to escape, either from a bad relationship, or an addiction. It can really be read both ways.

Black Coffee

2004-02-09T08:25:24-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 257, Reviews: 3, Complete

Sipping endless mugs of coffee, and trying to make sense of things which have taken place...

My Love, My Love

2004-02-06T11:01:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Parody
Chapters: 1, Words: 117, Reviews: 4, Complete

This was meant to be a sweet, romantic poem, but it turned into something more like a creepy-stalker kind of thing.

Never

2004-02-06T10:53:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 197, Reviews: 1, Complete

About someone who I loved, despite the fact that they seemed to despise my very existence.

Abuse

2004-02-06T10:44:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 44, Reviews: 6, Complete

The title makes it obvious. It's about being abused.

Another Me

2004-02-06T10:41:04-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 63, Reviews: 2, Complete

The other title I had for this peice was "Demise" and that should give you an idea of what it's about.

Love And Denial

2004-02-05T03:02:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Romance
English, Rated: K
Romance/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 572, Reviews: 3, Complete

A very short story, about a girl who is torn between two different people. She makes the right choice, but the right choice is usually the hardest.

I Don't Know What It Is

2004-02-04T16:09:50-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 105, Reviews: 1, Complete

About having feelings for someone you shouldn't have, among other things... it's just really a few sentences thrown together, and labelled a poem.

Spread Your Wings

2004-02-01T16:44:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 205, Reviews: 4, Complete

Just a first draft, but it's really about a lot of different things... love, life, being true to yourself, letting go...

Face To Face

2004-01-30T17:16:26-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 113, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about facing up to who we really are.

Bright White Sheet

2004-01-28T11:08:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Nature
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 57, Reviews: 2, Complete

This was written less than five minutes ago, when I looked out of the window and saw snow covering the ground for the first time in over a year...

Surround Me

2004-01-27T14:17:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 118, Reviews: 2, Complete

The lyrics sound really lame on their own, but when it's played on the guitar, it actually sounds pretty good.

The Blade

2004-01-23T13:20:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 118, Reviews: 3, Complete

About self-harm, and hiding from the past.

Despair

2004-01-23T07:05:51-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 79, Reviews: 2, Complete

Only when you have sunk as low as I, can you control me.

The Voice Within

2004-01-23T04:49:53-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: T
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,551, Reviews: 7, Complete

A songfic about a girl who commits suicide because she is sick of being bullied. Some may find this a bit disturbing.

Seeing You Fail

2004-01-22T14:32:21-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about that little demon we all have inside of us- the one which likes to see others fail.

Seeking Grace

2004-01-22T08:55:03-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: T
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 20, Words: 38,215, Reviews: 19, Complete

COMPLETE! Unhappy with her family life, Grace knows that she has to do something about it soon, before it spirals out of control. And what happens when the one she falls in love with is related to her? Rated due to occasional language and content.

Something Deeper

2004-01-19T04:49:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 72, Reviews: 1, Complete

A return to my traditional angsty, self-pitying poetry!

As She Sleeps

2004-01-19T04:30:08-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 5, Words: 4,794, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is a one-off story from Paul's point of view, about events which happened between himself and Alora. Makes more sense if you read Alora first!

Long Time Gone

2004-01-17T16:21:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 112, Reviews: 1, Complete

This poem describes my feelings upon returning to church, after a long time away from it.

My Little Girl

2004-01-17T06:21:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 62, Reviews: 3, Complete

This was originally a poem about Alora, from her father's point of view, but it could be interpreted as other things as well.

Once Again

2004-01-16T18:09:48-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 61, Reviews: 3, Complete

Once again, you've betrayed me... this poem is about the pain and insecurities which come with being betrayed.

Insomnia

2003-12-30T04:06:51-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 59, Reviews: 4, Complete

All the thoughts which plague our minds at night...

Self Injury

2003-12-22T08:29:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 81, Reviews: 7, Complete

An acrostic poem, conveying some feelings about self-injury.

The Front

2003-12-22T08:23:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is about putting on a front, and how it can fool some people into thinking that everything is OK.

All Creatures Great And Small

2003-11-25T07:09:43-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Humor
English, Rated: K
Humor/Fantasy
Chapters: 2, Words: 193, Reviews: 4, Complete

A collection of really silly poems about different animals I wrote when I was rather bored... not to be taken seriously!

Emptiness Is Purity

2003-11-24T04:19:33-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 2, Complete

About anorexia, and the pain that comes with it.

Please

2003-11-20T12:10:04-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 3, Complete

I guess it's really just someone asking for help, because they're not strong enough to make it on their own.

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?

2003-10-29T07:18:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Humor
English, Rated: K
Humor/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 124, Reviews: 11, Complete

This is VERY different from my usual angsty stuff. It's a comedy poem, about eating a loved-one. Heh.

Loneliness

2003-09-26T06:40:31-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 63, Reviews: 2, Complete

A short poem examining the different aspects of loneliness and how they can make us feel.

Changes

2003-09-22T05:31:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 128, Reviews: 2, Complete

Sometimes things happen, and they should make friendships stronger, but instead, they have the opposite effect.

Being Me

2003-09-18T11:10:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 79, Reviews: 4, In-Progress

Lying awake and reflecting on my thoughts and feelings.

Sit Us All On A Shelf

2003-09-17T09:25:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 139, Reviews: 8, Complete

I'm damn well sick of everyone trying to stick me into a category. I am ME and I don't need any of your frigging labels, OK?

Second Rate

2003-09-17T08:40:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 4, Complete

To someone who made me feel second rate all the time. I don't need you anymore.

Scarred Past

2003-09-17T06:00:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 571, Reviews: 2, Complete

Songfic. A girl reflects on her past. Contains self-harm.

Controlled

2003-09-15T07:20:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 2, Words: 283, Reviews: 3, Complete

The first poem is about trying to escape from the hold over me, the second is about not actually WANTING to escape... just read it.

Ruined Earth

2003-09-12T14:26:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 79, Reviews: 2, Complete

We all hurt... the world is falling apart, and there is nothing we can do about it.

My All

2003-09-12T14:20:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 36, Reviews: 3, Complete

Short and sweet, and to the point.

Never Let You Go

2003-09-10T04:07:18-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 121, Reviews: 4, Complete

When you love someone and can't let go of the feelings you have, even when you find someone else...

Flowers Bloom Again

2003-09-09T02:10:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
War
English, Rated: K
Tragedy/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 83, Reviews: 5, Complete

In memory of September 11th.

Father, Hold My Hand

2003-09-09T01:58:25-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 81, Reviews: 7, Complete

Because we all need someone to fall back on...

Courageous Ones

2003-09-08T08:35:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
War
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 184, Reviews: 2, Complete

Another poem about the war, and how I believe that we are mourning for the loss of the wrong people.

Not Going To Be

2003-09-08T01:54:56-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 91, Reviews: 3, Complete

I am not going to change who I am for anyone.

Maybe

2003-08-25T10:29:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 128, Reviews: 2, Complete

All those questions running through my mind... maybe one day, I'll find some answers, and some peace.

Ties

2003-08-25T10:16:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: T
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 17, Words: 31,368, Reviews: 12, Complete

COMPLETE! The story of the dramatic changes which Abbie's life takes over a matter of weeks. Rated for references to drugs and sex. Also (not too graphic) rape scene in later chapter.

How Do You Judge Me?

2003-08-24T14:07:16-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 139, Reviews: 4, Complete

My own version of "How do I love thee? Let me count the ways..."

Black And Red

2003-08-24T09:52:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 121, Reviews: 16, Complete

Not just about two colours... this poem is really easy to read into. It's about cutting/depression.

Worth Nothing To You

2003-08-24T09:21:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 179, Reviews: 2, Complete

This one is kind of angry, aimed at someone who never failed to hurt me. Rating due to language.

Can I Spend The Rest Of My Life In My Head?

2003-08-21T13:05:13-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 378, Reviews: 2, Complete

Random thoughts from a confused mind falling into place... so I put them all together, and label it poetry.

Too Late

2003-08-21T12:07:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 58, Reviews: 1, Complete

Sometimes we all need to turn back the clock and undo our actions, but by then, it's always too late. This is to say sorry to someone I hurt a long time ago.

Our Song

2003-08-21T12:00:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 78, Reviews: 1, Complete

I tried to write you a letter, but I couldn't find the words to describe the way I feel...

Each Life Counts

2003-08-21T08:40:03-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
War
English, Rated: K
Tragedy/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 183, Reviews: 2, Complete

It's hard to write a summary, but it's basically about the war and the effect it has on people. I dislike the way that everyone mourns over the loss of our soldiers, but tend to overlook all the innocent Iraqi people who's lives were taken.

No Way Out, No Way Up

2003-08-20T07:20:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 86, Reviews: 1, Complete

There is no hope for those that are lost. Well, maybe there is, but if I said that, there would be no point in me writing this.

Narrow Minded

2003-08-19T14:18:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 210, Reviews: 1, Complete

Written for a lovely person who has decided that I am not allowed an opinion of my own. Don't you just adore people like that?

Dreaming Of You

2003-08-19T11:46:38-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 28, Reviews: 2, Complete

Something slightly fluffy and silly to cheer you up =)

Personal War

2003-08-19T11:44:11-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 152, Reviews: 2, Complete

I put together all the "bad" words that I feel about myself into a context which is easy for me to understand and work through.

Hiding In The Corner

2003-08-19T11:41:45-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 1, Complete

She's just a little girl, hiding in the corner...

Sick Of Life

2003-08-19T11:39:51-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 109, Reviews: 8, Complete

The title pretty much says it all- a really angsty peice, as usual! This one is dedicated to Ria, because her poem gave me the inspiration for this,

False Smiles

2003-08-19T06:56:08-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 76, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is about a girl from church who acts as though she really likes everyone, but it comes off as very fake.

One Sided

2003-08-19T06:43:18-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 129, Reviews: 1, Complete

Sometimes you meet someone who feels that they have to counsel you 24/7... even when you don't need it!

Secret Place

2003-08-18T07:05:01-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 89, Reviews: 1, Complete

About that hidden place we each have inside of us, where we never let anyone else go.

The First Cut Is Always The Deepest

2003-08-18T07:00:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 92, Reviews: 5, Complete

This is a poem about self-harm, but also about a love which didn't work out.

All My Fault

2003-08-18T06:58:01-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 85, Reviews: 2, Complete

Random thoughts on self-injury. I seem to be thinking like this a lot, lately.

Betrayal

2003-08-18T06:52:48-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 848, Reviews: 2, Complete

Songfic. Fran has been abused by her stepfather...

Please May I Love You?

2003-08-15T06:44:27-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 85, Reviews: 6, Complete

Short poem. It just sort of... fell out of my head. It happens sometimes.

A Reason For Living

2003-08-15T06:30:59-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Play
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 555, Reviews: 2, Complete

Short sketch. Lorna has written a suicide note- will her boyfriend be able to talk her out of killing herself?

Tears Of Blood

2003-08-15T05:27:30-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
General
English, Rated: K+
Angst/Horror
Chapters: 1, Words: 272, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is a short peice of writing about a dream I had. The title might not explain it too well. Also, I wasn't sure which category it should go in?

Never Be Mine

2003-08-15T04:52:43-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 88, Reviews: 5, Complete

Something I'm sure we've all been through- this poem is about wanting someone you know you can't have.

Picture Perfect

2003-08-14T10:50:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,050, Reviews: 3, Complete

Short story (one chapter only). Mindy is the stereotypical perfect-blonde girl. But what is she hiding beneath the surface?

Walk On By

2003-08-14T07:21:37-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 87, Reviews: 5, Complete

This is supposed to symbolise the way in which people ignore you when they don't understand the way you are feeling.

Battered And Broken

2003-08-13T12:41:54-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 184, Reviews: 1, Complete

A story, in poem form, about a woman who is being beaten by her husband.

Scars

2003-08-13T07:18:01-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 95, Reviews: 7, Complete

I've been thinking a lot about my scars recently. These are a few random thoughts about what I see when I look at them...

Standing Tough

2003-08-12T11:10:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 150, Reviews: 2, Complete

A song written for that scared, lost little child which hides inside all of us.

Cold

2003-08-12T07:07:45-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 82, Reviews: 2, Complete

An insight into what I am really like. Just a small one though. Ha ha.

A Better World

2003-08-12T06:09:20-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 204, Reviews: 3, Complete

I wrote this when I was having one of those days when you look around you, and can't see anything good about the world.

Unrequited Love

2003-08-11T11:55:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 945, Reviews: 2, Complete

Louise is in love with someone she can't have. She debates what she should do about it. Songfic.

My Own

2003-08-11T11:00:39-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 720, Reviews: 1, Complete

A girl reflects on a broken relationship. Contains numerous references to self-harm. (This is my first attempt at a songfic. Let me know if it's in the wrong category)

Her Arms, My Arms

2003-08-11T10:15:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 115, Reviews: 2, Complete

I saw a girl in a shop who was obviously a self-harmer. She had cuts all up her arms, and wasn't attempting to hide it. This led me to reflect on my past experiences with self-harm.

Restraint

2003-08-11T09:33:56-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 89, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about the control that "they" have over our lives. Written for a friend, who has recently been experiencing this.

Be Real

2003-08-11T09:30:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 89, Reviews: 1, Complete

Written by the one inside, who desperately tries to let themselves be known.

Fragments

2003-08-04T08:07:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 93, Reviews: 1, Complete

Life is like the shattered fragments of a mirror.

Turn To Me

2003-08-04T04:14:54-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 110, Reviews: 3, Complete

Dedicated to anyone who has ever felt this way. There is a break in the rhythm when it gets to the last verse, but it's supposed to be like that.

Life Cycle

2003-08-03T14:31:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 107, Reviews: 2, Complete

A poem about the seemingly endless suffering which is life...

Breaking Point

2003-08-03T07:49:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 92, Reviews: 4, Complete

A return to my traditional angst-ridden work.

Looking Down On Creation

2003-07-31T14:35:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Spiritual
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 301, Reviews: 4, Complete

Sometimes God will show himself to us in ways beyond our comprehension- unless we actually leave the rest of the world for long enough to REALLY see Him.

Skinny Inside?

2003-07-31T07:01:44-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 640, Reviews: 5, Complete

Short story. An overweight girl struggles with the world's view of her.

She Was Happy

2003-07-31T05:45:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 118, Reviews: 2, Complete

Yet another poem about myself.

Blending In

2003-07-31T05:21:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 188, Reviews: 3, Complete

Why must we all be afraid to stand out and be ourselves? A poem about how sick I am of all the labels that rule our lives.

Piano Music

2003-07-25T04:28:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Supernatural
English, Rated: K
Supernatural/Mystery
Chapters: 4, Words: 3,700, Reviews: 4, Complete

COMPLETE! Ellen's parents died when she was very young, and living in the home of her aunt and uncle, Ellen tries to unravel the mystery of the room on the third floor, where strange music comes from, and a girl resides...

Trinity

2003-07-24T09:29:08-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Haiku
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 50, Reviews: 4, Complete

Three haikus, one focusing on each part of the Trinity- the father, the son and the spirit.

On The Cross

2003-07-24T09:26:57-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 151, Reviews: 4, Complete

Watching him as he gives his life for us...

A Fresh Start

2003-07-21T09:18:33-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 47, Reviews: 3, Complete

Beginning the long and difficult task of rebuilding my shattered faith...

Come Walk With Me

2003-07-17T15:11:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 95, Reviews: 6, Complete

Life is a difficult journey- but it's one which we all have to make.

Obsessive

2003-07-15T13:18:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 87, Reviews: 1, Complete

Several years ago, this is what I used to be like. I was very lonely, and fell in 'love' with one person after another. It was only when I stopped looking for love, that I actually found someone.

Sold My Soul

2003-07-15T11:38:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 133, Reviews: 5, Complete

About selling my soul, obviously, and wanting to give it back to who it belongs to again. The chorus doesn't rhyme, but never mind...

The Evil That Men Do

2003-07-15T05:56:53-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Essay
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 925, Reviews: 6, Complete

I wrote this about a month ago. It's about the war in Iraq, and why it never should have happened.

Giving Life A Chance

2003-07-15T05:48:18-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Essay
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 592, Reviews: 9, Complete

My opinions on the whole abortion/Christianity issue. This is only what I think, so sorry if you find my opinions offensive.

My Generation

2003-07-15T03:37:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Essay
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 500, Reviews: 5, Complete

An angry rant I wrote last night about how sick I am of labels. Rating is for language.

Give Some To Get Some

2003-07-14T10:35:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 195, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is a about someone I know who complains about how depressed and suicidal they are all the time because it's the 'in' thing to do.

Lost In My Mind

2003-07-14T10:30:47-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 92, Reviews: 1, Complete

A bunch of random thoughts I threw together and called a poem. What goes on in my mind?

Divided

2003-07-10T09:41:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,256, Reviews: 1, Complete

Short story. A girl has a difficult choice to make after her parents have divorced.

Does It Matter?

2003-07-03T14:45:18-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 79, Reviews: 4, Complete

Does it matter that I love him, when he doesn't even see me?

Innocent Smile

2003-07-02T15:35:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Romance
English, Rated: K
Romance/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,156, Reviews: 1, Complete

A girl tells the story of her biggest regret.

Release

2003-07-02T07:39:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 37, Reviews: 3, Complete

A short poem about the release that writing offers me, as an alternative to self-injury.

Finding My Way Back Home

2003-07-01T03:01:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 22, Words: 41,191, Reviews: 23, Complete

COMPLETE! Pearl, a bookworm and hopeless dreamer, is uprooted from the children's home where she has spent her whole life, and sent to live in the home of her father- but is he all he seems? When her dreams come crashing down, who will Pearl turn to?

Hope Dies Last

2003-06-30T15:46:59-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 785, Reviews: 4, Complete

A girl is trapped in an abusive relationship- how will she find a way out? Short story.

Liar Liar

2003-06-30T15:44:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 917, Reviews: 1, Complete

Short story. Casey tells her overprotective father she has been raped, but is that what really happened?

Frustration

2003-06-26T09:42:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 114, Reviews: 1, Complete

How I feel from time to time... more often than not, it seems. Rated for swearing.

Alora

2003-06-26T07:55:38-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: T
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 23, Words: 78,262, Reviews: 28, Complete

COMPLETE! The story of one girl's fight against self-harm as she battles her scarred and dangerous past and is sent to an institution. Will she ever get to be with the one she truly loves?

Shrinking Bernie

2003-06-24T08:27:53-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 10, Words: 8,230, Reviews: 19, Complete

COMPLETE! The tale of Bernadette Wilson, and her descent into anorexia. As things get worse, can she find release from her addiction?

I Once Knew A Girl

2003-06-22T00:41:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst/Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 252, Reviews: 3, Complete

Reflecting on past experiences.

Winning My Own Approval

2003-06-19T08:20:49-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 89, Reviews: 2, Complete

A seemingly impossible task...

Burn My Idols

2003-06-19T07:06:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 139, Reviews: 5, Complete

About getting rid of the past, and not caring about material things or what people think of me.

Don't Forget To Dance

2003-06-19T02:14:05-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 76, Reviews: 3, Complete

I don't know where this came from. It sort of 'fell out' of my head a minute ago...

Love, Sex And Honesty

2003-06-18T08:43:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Essay
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 660, Reviews: 6, Complete

Just a few of my thoughts on this matter, and how I wish people could be more honest about this sort of thing.

Silence

2003-06-17T07:07:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 80, Reviews: 1, Complete

Complete silence can drive you insane. I got the inspiration to write this from the scene in "28 Days Later" when he's running through the empty streets.

Those Who Trust

2003-06-16T03:24:41-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Suspense
Chapters: 1, Words: 881, Reviews: 6, Complete

Short story. Thirteen year old Sapphire trusts the man online who calls himself Luke. I might make this into something longer, but at the moment, it's just an idea I threw together.

Angel

2003-06-13T04:41:49-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 68, Reviews: 2, Complete

I've got an Angel watching over me. So have you.

Slice Me Up

2003-06-12T22:55:35-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 240, Reviews: 7, Complete

This is a poem about three different things I've been through; abuse, self-harm and anorexia.

In This Life

2003-06-12T06:09:29-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 109, Reviews: 1, Complete

A poem about release, pain and the usual depressing stuff.

You Are Beautiful

2003-06-12T04:53:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 154, Reviews: 3, Complete

I watch him sleep, and I realise how much he means to me.

In Me

2003-06-09T06:59:43-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 136, Reviews: 2, Complete

A poem about the little girl hiding inside.

Love Your Children

2003-06-09T05:37:04-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
War
English, Rated: K
Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 210, Reviews: 2, Complete

Why do the lives of innocent people mean nothing when fighting is involved?

Come Closer: The Ballad Of The Blade

2003-06-09T05:14:16-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 179, Reviews: 7, Complete

It's almost as though the blade is watching me, asking me to pick it up again. "It'll be alright..." it tells me.

Tough Love

2003-06-08T17:18:11-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Angst/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 153, Reviews: 2, Complete

When the only one who can comfort you, is the one who made you cry...

Because

2003-06-06T04:18:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 70, Reviews: 3, Complete

A poem about why I have self-harmed in the past. And it makes a pretty pattern! *smiles*

The Doll

2003-06-03T03:48:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 91, Reviews: 2, Complete

Written for those who treat me like a doll and think they have the right to control me- I am a REAL person, and perfectly capable of making my own decisions.

The Price Of Faith?

2003-05-30T03:40:55-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 189, Reviews: 6, Complete

This is a poem about a "friend" who decided she could no longer associate with me because I was having trouble in my walk with God, and was slowly turning away from Him. So she turned away from ME. Makes you wonder, doesn't it?

My Journal

2003-05-27T04:33:31-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 85, Reviews: 5, Complete

I religiously write in my journal, and these are my feelings about it.

The End Of Forever

2003-05-26T14:43:04-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 167, Reviews: 1, Complete

When life ends... how do you spend eternity?

Starving For Perfection

2003-05-26T14:34:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 90, Reviews: 12, Complete

This is what went through my mind when I was struggling with an eating disorder.

Precious

2003-05-26T14:27:57-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 60, Reviews: 2, Complete

God's view of us. I wrote this a long time ago, but lost the only copy I had. I wrote it back out again today, from memory.

Leave Me Alone

2003-05-24T05:06:24-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 56, Reviews: 5, Complete

Something short I threw together, about how "they" don't have a hold over me anymore.

You Never Asked

2003-05-24T05:03:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Spiritual
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 285, Reviews: 9, Complete

Daddy (God) is waiting for his little girl to ask for his help...

Sarah

2003-05-20T03:39:52-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 162, Reviews: 1, Complete

Dedicated to my friend Sarah who moved from England back to Japan almost a year ago.

Surprise Caller

2003-05-15T13:54:21-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
General
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,551, Reviews: 1, Complete

The (totally made up) tale of a simple woman who's day is brightened when someone famous comes knocking...

Beautiful One

2003-05-15T13:52:11-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Young Adult
English, Rated: K
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 5,250, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is the story of Mercy and her quest for happiness as she overcomes self-doubt. She lives in a foster home, and hasn't seen her sisters since their mother killed herself.

Marcie

2003-05-15T13:50:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Horror
English, Rated: K
Horror/Suspense
Chapters: 1, Words: 2,393, Reviews: 2, Complete

I realised once that I have never attempted to write a horror story. 'Marcie' came as a result of that. It's slightly silly really, but read it anyway!

The King Of All Ideas

2003-05-15T13:45:46-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Essay
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 476, Reviews: 2, Complete

I felt that I should write a short peice about where my inspiration comes from.

Their Very Nature

2003-05-15T13:43:13-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 153, Reviews: 5, Complete

A poem about how I differ from the rest of the human race- those that I've met so far, anyhow.

Little Girl Lost

2003-05-15T13:40:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 120, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is something I wrote over a year ago. I lost it for ages, and I found it again the other day. It was weird, because I still feel exactly the same as when I wrote it.

Little Crosses

2003-05-15T13:37:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 165, Reviews: 10, Complete

For those of you who don't understand self-harm, and how it makes people feel when you take a narrow minded view on the subject. This is one of my favourites out of all my peices.

Stone Of Grey

2003-04-12T01:11:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 141, Reviews: 1, Complete

This piece tells what my gravestone might say, then to accompany it, I wrote a poem describing my life as it really was.

All For You, Because You Love Me

2003-04-12T00:51:12-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 207, Reviews: 2, Complete

This is a song I have written about the love Jesus has for us. Slightly random, after my last two peices, I know...

Jesus, He Hears Me When I Sing

2003-04-12T00:46:33-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 323, Reviews: 4, Complete

Jesus understands everything we're going through, apparantely. I find that hard to believe sometimes, but then we all have problems with our faith.

Why It Sometimes Doesn't Work For Me

2003-04-12T00:39:39-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Essay
English, Rated: K
Spiritual/General
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,591, Reviews: 9, Complete

I have some strong opinions on Christianity. Read and review if you're not too narrow minded. I am very sorry if this offends anyone.

Dear God

2003-04-10T18:32:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 4, Complete

My personal prayer type thingy to God, put into poetry form... basically.

Friendship And Love

2003-01-09T18:37:27-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 130, Reviews: 4, Complete

You can't choose between love and friendship. This is really some of my ramblings.

I Am Only One Person

2003-01-09T18:29:48-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 76, Reviews: 2, Complete

One person can't make a difference in this life. So what's the big deal if I leave?

The Missing Piece

2003-01-06T06:46:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 53, Reviews: 2, Complete

We all have our moments when we fall apart. But who do YOU have to rebuild you?

Slipping Away, A Suicide Poem

2003-01-06T06:44:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: T
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 160, Reviews: 15, Complete

A suicide note to someone I love, written in poetry form. (Rated PG13 for possible triggering and some swearing.) And no, I am NOT trying to kill myself. It's just a poem!

Life's A Bitch

2003-01-06T06:42:20-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 67, Reviews: 2, Complete

There is only one person who will actually understand what this poem means.

I Am A Cutter

2003-01-06T06:40:42-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 156, Reviews: 18, Complete

I wrote this, because I got sick of being treated like a freak for cutting. (Rated PG as it may be triggering.)

Him

2003-01-06T06:38:38-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Poetry/Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 126, Reviews: 1, Complete

I love him. That's all I have to say.

Hating Myself, Because Of You

2002-12-20T08:11:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 133, Reviews: 4, Complete

Dedicated to some lovely people. Ha ha.

Smile, It Takes It All Away

2002-12-04T12:30:51-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 59, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is just something small. I wish I could tell him instead of writing it down here, but never mind.

Sometimes

2002-12-01T03:41:28-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 84, Reviews: 3, Complete

Don't we all feel this way from time to time?

Together

2002-12-01T03:40:06-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 89, Reviews: 2, Complete

I can't decide whether I like this one or not, and I'm not even sure who I was writing it about...

Saviour's Love

2002-12-01T03:38:32-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 110, Reviews: 5, Complete

This is the one that I wrote in a church meeting instead of listening. I thought it came out quite well, though.

Crying In The Night

2002-12-01T03:36:08-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 86, Reviews: 1, Complete

This kind of reflects on the lonliness that comes with insomnia, I think... I'm not even sure where the words came from.

Step Into The Light

2002-12-01T03:33:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 65, Reviews: 1, Complete

I don't like this one very much at all, but it is at least two years old now.

Future Past

2002-12-01T03:31:43-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 110, Reviews: 3, Complete

I don't know which is worse... worrying about the future, or holding onto the past.

Kill Me

2002-12-01T03:28:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 62, Reviews: 12, Complete

You might find this slightly disturbing... I did warn you. It's one of my favourites out of everything I've written, though.

Last Day

2002-12-01T03:26:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 108, Reviews: 1, Complete

I am not sure what suddenly inspired me to write this... I reckon it's true though.

Awesome God

2002-12-01T03:23:42-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 131, Reviews: 7, Complete

This was another attempt at song lyrics...

So Young

2002-12-01T03:22:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Tragedy
Chapters: 1, Words: 77, Reviews: 1, Complete

This is dedicated to someone who everyone loved. Someone who is no longer with us... there is nothing I can do for them now though, except write things like this to try and preserve my memories of them.

Letter To Myself

2002-12-01T03:18:40-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Biography
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 417, Reviews: 2, Complete

It seems like an odd sort of thing to do, but in a weird way, writing a letter to myself actually helped a little bit. Try it!

You Are Everything I Am

2002-12-01T03:16:09-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 73, Reviews: 4, Complete

I made some attempts at writing Christian song lyrics. This is one of them.

Safe In Jesus' Arms

2002-12-01T03:13:43-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Spiritual
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 178, Reviews: 6, Complete

I wrote this quite a long time ago now...

Only God

2002-12-01T03:11:10-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Religion
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 119, Reviews: 4, Complete

Another one of my slightly more encouraging poems... my friend, who is totally against Christianity told me that this poem gave him loads of inspiration, which was nice.

Mirror, Mirror

2002-12-01T01:47:36-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 98, Reviews: 19, Complete

This is one of the only things I've written that I actually LIKE. It was just one of those things that I rattled right off the top of my head.

Satan's Children

2002-12-01T01:45:22-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 98, Reviews: 3, Complete

It made perfect sense to me when I wrote it... but now I'm not sure who it's aimed at.

Letter To An Eating Disorder

2002-12-01T01:42:58-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Biography
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 287, Reviews: 6, Complete

Struggling with anorexia is really hard, as anyone who has been there will tell you. Sometimes writing everything down is the best way to get it all out of your system so you can think more clearly.

Butterflies

2002-12-01T01:39:56-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Poetry
Chapters: 1, Words: 43, Reviews: 2, Complete

A promise is a very precious gift...

Prayer To My Creator

2002-12-01T01:35:00-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Spiritual
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 1,267, Reviews: 6, Complete

I wrote this just after becoming a Christian. I couldn't find any other way to express the love I felt for God at that time. It's just a shame everything changed...

Falling

2002-12-01T01:32:30-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 113, Reviews: 2, Complete

When I wrote this, I was spectacularly depressed. I was on a Christian retreat at the time, and we were all supposed to be praying and listening to God. Some people wrote down what he said to them. But I came out with something entirely different!

Light At The End Of The Tunnel

2002-12-01T01:30:02-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Spiritual
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 172, Reviews: 3, Complete

Something I wrote just before I became a Christian. It still applies, in a small way...

Reflections Of A Fragile Life

2002-12-01T01:27:49-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 127, Reviews: 3, Complete

Out of all of the things I have written, this is one of my favourites. The surface in this poem is not referring to a mirror, it is actually the blade of a knife.

Innocence

2002-12-01T01:22:11-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 71, Reviews: 2, Complete

He pretends he's innocent... he acts as though it never happened. One day he'll get what he deserves.

Left Alone

2002-12-01T01:19:45-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 70, Reviews: 2, Complete

Written on a particularly bad day, when I had nobody around me to offer comfort. Highly unoriginal title, however.

Don't Patronise Me!

2002-12-01T01:16:53-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 90, Reviews: 2, Complete

Don't worry. This only makes sense to me.

Letter To God

2002-12-01T01:14:55-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Spiritual
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 400, Reviews: 7, Complete

This is a letter I once wrote to God, and what I imagine His reply would have been...

Questions

2002-12-01T01:13:17-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 63, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is quite small and silly... I rattled it off in a few seconds one day. but it rhymes quite well, I guess...

Just Tired

2002-12-01T00:56:45-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 116, Reviews: 3, Complete

This is one of my earlier poems. I actually wrote it in an exam when I couldn't concentrate. Afterwards, once I had vented my feelings into the poem, I was able to concentrate on the exam again, and actually did rather well in it.

Running From The Truth

2002-12-01T00:52:15-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 76, Reviews: 4, Complete

I'm sick of not being able to move on, sick of running from everything. That's what I wrote this for.

Your Eyes

2002-12-01T00:49:34-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Love
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 39, Reviews: 4, Complete

I wish he was mine, but he isn't. All I can do is keep wishing.

Now That We Are One

2002-12-01T00:47:35-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Song
English, Rated: K
Romance
Chapters: 1, Words: 282, Reviews: 4, Complete

This is one of my first attempts at writing song lyrics.

Hurt Like Me

2002-12-01T00:44:16-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 147, Reviews: 2, Complete

This poem is about some abuse I suffered from at the hands of a 'friend.' People are never who they seem.

Here For You

2002-12-01T00:40:56-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Spiritual
Chapters: 1, Words: 103, Reviews: 3, Complete

I wrote this almost 3 years ago now. At the time I wasn't a Christian, but now when I look back, I can see how this poem could refer to God's protection. Yet it can also be read as a friend looking out for another friend.

Happily Burning

2002-12-01T00:38:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 56, Reviews: 3, Complete

'Happily Burning' refers to destroying myself, and not caring that I'm doing it.

Contemplations Of A Cutter

2002-12-01T00:35:41-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Biography
English, Rated: T
Angst/Drama
Chapters: 1, Words: 281, Reviews: 6, Complete

What goes through my mind during my self-harming? Don't read this if you are easily triggered. This was actually taken from my journal.

Drowning In Your Eyes

2002-12-01T00:33:07-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Romance
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 101, Reviews: 3, Complete

Just a (very) little something... dedicated to a certain someone...

Mirror Image

2002-12-01T00:31:01-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 195, Reviews: 8, Complete

This describes my daily arguement with the mirror...

Letter To A Friend

2002-12-01T00:28:59-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Friendship
English, Rated: K
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 325, Reviews: 5, Complete

My friend was very depressed. As he doesn't like to talk about feelings, it was very hard to help him. That's what I wrote this for.

Why Do I Cry?

2002-11-30T23:56:55-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K+
Angst
Chapters: 1, Words: 85, Reviews: 6, Complete

This is quite depressing- to me it is anyway, as it's about me. Contains a swear word or two...

Always

2002-11-30T23:52:19-08:00

Author: Gleechumber
Life
English, Rated: K
General
Chapters: 1, Words: 75, Reviews: 7, Complete

Someone once told me that things can only get better. Regardless of whether or not I believe that, I decided to write a short poem about it.