Natassia Lawrence
Bio
Mother to two future world changers. Lover of food, books and all things beautiful. Professional career coach, full-time kisser of booboos, casual short story writer. Taking you on a journey to uncover the world inside my head.
Stories (10/0)
Welcome Home, My Darling
Amelie / April 10, 1912 - New York City (6:53 AM) A single speck of dust floated gently towards the window sill. Streams of sunlight flooded the room stirring Amelie out of her sleep. The young woman turned her head irritably away from the bedroom window, aggravated at being aroused. A heavy chill dampened the air around her, hurting her lungs with every breath. The winter had been long and grueling a brutal change to what Amelie was accustomed to back home. She pulled the covers over her head desperately searching for warmth which proved to be pointless.
By Natassia Lawrence2 years ago in Fiction
Dear Abuelita
Dear Abuelita, You don’t know me, but I’ve heard so much about you. We’ve never spoken or seen each other face to face, but it feels like I’ve known you my entire life. You see, this letter is 33 years too late. You died 5 years before I was born, 3 years before my mom met my dad.
By Natassia Lawrence2 years ago in Humans
Down By The Bay
The gravel crunched beneath the tires as Lovey pulled up to the house. The girls had been looking forward to this weekend all summer, and Lovey was so happy to spend some time with her two best friends before going off to college. "Let's get this party started!" Jen screamed in excitement as she stepped out of the car.
By Natassia Lawrence3 years ago in Fiction
The Unwelcomed Visitor
It was a quiet winter evening at home as I prepared dinner for my family. The roast was already in the oven and I was setting the table when I felt the sharp pain in the center of my chest again. I’ve been feeling this same pain for well over a week now, but it was never intense and it never lasted long. Nothing to worry about, I thought to myself. I’ll make an appointment to see my doctor soon.
By Natassia Lawrence3 years ago in Fiction
Secret
It was the worst day of my life, but it was the day that changed everything. Sitting here on my living room floor, I continue to relive the misery that has unfolded over the past few days. I had just been laid off from my job at Infinity Plus Bank after 5 long years of dedication. It had nothing to do with my performance, I was assured. But after months of deliberation, the big boss on top decided to restructure my department, rendering my position in the company obsolete. “It’s just business”, I was told.
By Natassia Lawrence3 years ago in Criminal
