Chaotic Rambling - Our Thoughts Unleashed

Between Then and Now Written by: April Gough JOHN EDWARDS MAR 15, 2026 Between Then and Now Poems Written by April Gough This is a Collection of poems from the age of 15 to 39, My first impression of April’s book was the fantastic cover with the lovely picture of two girls standing by a tree with a small cottage in the distance. The sun is rising over the countryside with birds flying high in the sky. Behind the two girls is a meandering path that indicates that life for Apr

First published on Substack 4 December 2025 Like many of my stories, this one began with a glimpse into the future and a plausible “what if?” It follows a distinctly modern relationship as it grows, twists and distorts. A happy ending might be too much to ask for these two, but you can at least expect a logical one. Content note: bereavement; unhealthy relationship dynamics; strong language. Churn Rate Sarah’s mouth hung slightly open, oxygen tube taped to her cheek. The flu

Why did addiction feel so fun before it turned destructive? In this reflective essay, Melinda Lloyd explores the concept of euphoric recall.