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Tag Archives: creative writing
LEVIATHAN by Ashley Diana Wren
I am Leviathan, the Giant Sea Serpent in the Ocean of Tethys. I have been living in these waters for eons, and yet no one has ever caught a site of me. Us, sea serpents, Have our elongated necks and … Continue reading
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RECOVERY by Ashley Diana Wren
PIECE NO 4. – September 23rd/2017 I attended the group for the first time on September 23rd/2017. I found it very beneficial for both my healing journey and my journey as an aspiring author. I am submitting this first piece … Continue reading
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The Mouse Trap by Victor Doxtator
Wendell sat on a log and blew an elongated cloud of cigarette smoke into the air. It disintegrated immediately, like a bomb blowing up. While Bert and Sammy chatted like squirrels, Wendell took inventory of what he accomplished today. Yes, … Continue reading
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The Three Mouseketeers by Victor Doxtator
Wendell raised the back of his jacket collar to shield his neck from the icy wind and snow. Two more blocks and he would reach the secret path that would lead to his hideout. Would Bert and Sammy be there? … Continue reading
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“Home” by Maggie Sue T.
As the heavy clouds erupt, rain falls from the sky A cold chill engulfs the night air The dampness declares war on the bones within The aches and the pain has attacked the body As the rain falls I can … Continue reading
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“Bullying” by Maggie Sue T.
What lies in the shadows should stay Bullying innocent people is not the way. Pick on innocent people who cannot defend Themselves.Does that make you feel tough, Do you feel good about yourself?Too bad you cannot pick on someone who … Continue reading
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“Trinket: A Sequel” by Victor Doxtator
This is a sequel to Trinket, which was awarded an honourable mention in the July 2013 edition of Grit Uplifted. Trinket was starving. His last decent meal was seven days ago. He wanted to get to the soup kitchen by … Continue reading
“Progeny” by David Allan Ross
If a sapling could look up at its parent, what might it feel? Would it be in awe of the hulking presence that it must one day emulate? Will it be up to the task of striving for the sky, … Continue reading
“Me & Clarence” by Harry Kuhn
In the long line of great western heroes, many outstanding and trusty steeds have been associated with the legends who rode them into adventure after adventure. Three come to mind as I write: The Lone Ranger and Silver, Roy Rogers … Continue reading
“More Resources” by Alan Blenkhorn
It is kind of funny You can live without money It’s easy Come with me To churches with lunch and dinner You can even be a sinner Soup kitchens Salvation Army and the mission Helping hands They really understand If … Continue reading
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