Real Stories

The Moment We Knew

it’s 3AM. 

my head is thick and sweet with liquor 

there’s a skyline before me, 

grass below me 

and you 

right beside me. 

we’ve laid here all night 

speaking to the stars 

well, actually, to each other 

in the center 

of the 

city 

we love. 

there’s just inches between 

our outstretched hands 

but miles between 

our uncertain hearts. 

friends – 

we’ve always been friends 

but i don’t have 

many friends 

who look at me 

the way you are 

right now 

like you’re seeing me 

for the first time 

like you’re looking 

for constellations 

in the freckles on my skin 

like the stars above us 

aren’t even there.

 

 

Author: Bridget Cook 
Email: [email protected] 
Author Bio: My name is Bridget Cook. I’m an ambivert, loyal friend/sister/daughter, creator and much more. I enjoy processing my experiences through writing, as well as pursuing the fascinating stories other people have to tell. I am a recent college graduate living, working and growing in Columbus, Ohio. 

Empowering women and girls is one of my greatest passions. Through an account on Instagram (@_in_her_shoes_), I tell stories of fascinating women who are champions in their respective fields. Through this, I aim to change the narrative about women away from their physical appearance and toward their ambitions, dreams and goals. 
Link to social media and website: Twitter @bridgetxcook  | Instagram @bridgetmcook | http://bridgetmcook.com 

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