Three more dark drabbles this week. Enjoy. Photo by tyler hendy on Pexels.com The End of Time I am the Keeper of the Hourglass, awaiting the hour of destruction, trembling in the bleak silence of the temple. Around me, the shadows lengthen and the winds howl against the walls; dread grips me. I pray to... Continue Reading →
Three more cheeky drabbles today that may be the start of a new ongoing series. Enjoy. Photo by cottonbro studio on Pexels.com Onboarding A knock sounded on my door.“Come in.”A jittery man stepped into my office. “Um, the lady at the front desk sent me here”“You must be the new convert. Please have a seat.”... Continue Reading →
Here's a poem that came to me this morning in response to what's been happening in the United States. The reason why we have to fight against oppression in ANY form. Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels.com Freedom Falls Freedom spirals in freefall,descending into the grim abyss,when eyes turn blind, turn cold,endorsing abuse with silenceWhen... Continue Reading →
Something a little different today, with three quiet drabbles based on paintings. Enjoy. Photo by Anastasia Shuraeva on Pexels.com Ballet The jingling music of the piano and the chatter of girls nearly drowned the instructor’s voice, and the thump of his stick against the wooden floor. Another thump; the conversations and song stilled, attentions shifting... Continue Reading →
Frankie and Joni return as Corporate goes too far in pursuit of new entertainment... Enjoy. Photo by Jamaal Hutchinson on Pexels.com The Things Puppets Do “Not the bunnies! Damn you, sock puppets!”Frankie’s shout sent shivers up my spine and I screamed back, “We agreed! No more puppets!”“Blame Corporate! It’s this new interactive game vid they... Continue Reading →
Be Afraid of the Dark 