Elizabeth Petit

Joined January 2021

40 stories

Bio

Middle School Teacher (most days!)

Aspiring Poet and Short Story Writer (whenever possible!)

Dedicated aunt and committed sports fan

I love a good twist and enjoy trying to surprise others with my writing.

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Don’t Wait for Change
Hatred, racism, violence, and fear You’re no longer welcome here. You’ve ruined lives and families alike, But now is the time to pick up the mic.
By Elizabeth Petit5 days ago in Poets
Enduring Love
Our hearts are strangled By the absence of your face. Yet, love’s warmth prevails.
By Elizabeth Petit17 days ago in Poets
Winter’s Respite
A profound embrace Engulfing frozen bodies Burning embers thaw
By Elizabeth Petit17 days ago in Poets
Privacy Broken
Unknown number text: “Sleeping alone again, eh?” Bedside pic attached.
By Elizabeth Petit3 months ago in Poets
Shattered Silence
Tranquility marred Mind careens, heart plummets deep Fear invades my soul
By Elizabeth Petit3 months ago in Poets
Unsung Elegance
Abandoned offspring Near untouchable beauty Lacking protection
By Elizabeth Petit4 months ago in Poets
Endless Options
Lying in wait Like a panther Preparing to pounce, STRESS HIDES. — Be aware. — Weaseling its way in Like an unwanted weed
By Elizabeth Petit5 months ago in Poets
Three Words
Cocoon of linen My protection And contentment Gently broken By summer’s Early morning Kiss. —— Laying still Breathing lightly
By Elizabeth Petit7 months ago in Poets
Final “To Do” List
To Whom It May Concern: As of Sunday, May 25, 2025, I officially, and unapologetically, resign from the position of “mental hoarder.”
By Elizabeth Petit8 months ago in Journal
Perspective
Lost beauty is… The photos we forgot to take, The conversations we meant to have, The trips we intended to go on, The friends
By Elizabeth Petit8 months ago in Poets
You Were, You Are, You Will Forever Be
You were… My forever foes From long ago My board game allies But also, adversaries My co-conspirators In all things sneaky
By Elizabeth Petit8 months ago in Poets
You Don’t Get to Win
Once a child, Always a child In the minds of those Who’ve been traumatized By occasional whispers Slowly morphing Into relentless taunts
By Elizabeth Petit8 months ago in Poets