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Holy moly this year has been wild so far. We're at the end of April and I feel like I've run 10 marathons and been through 5 years. We’re headed into week 8 (of 12) of University and I am definitely still not on top of it. I just submitted my first assessment but need… Continue reading Life Update: University, Homemaking & Writing
No one wants it, more for me, Tang and crunch I eat with glee. A simple pleasure, a tasty treat. Salty and sour, there is no sweet, The purple bag is mine alone, No one understands the flavor zone. Salt and vinegar, flavor divine, Each crunch is oh so fine. Every chip brings savory delight,… Continue reading Savoring Tangy Temptations: A Poem
In this year of challenging myself, I have given an inverse poem a go! I found this style of poetry incredibly difficult to do. It took a lot of writing and re-writing but I think I managed to encapsulate the style! An inverse poem is a form of poetry where the lines or words can… Continue reading Unbridled Minds – A Symphony of ADHD: A Poem
I'm in the depths of chaos. I always do this to myself but I don't really know any other way to function. University headed back a few weeks ago and I once again lumbered into the semester. I'm only doing 2 subjects due to having an incredibly busy home life but it's already insanity. My… Continue reading Back at it Again: Back to University
Microfiction, also known as flash fiction or short-short stories, is a very brief work of fiction characterized by its extreme brevity. There is no strict word limit for microfiction, but it typically ranges from a few words to around 300 words. The goal of microfiction is to tell a complete story or evoke a strong… Continue reading A Painter’s Muse: A Microfiction Story
Amidst the whispers of the night, Blossoming love in soft moonlight. Caressed in shadows, love takes flight. . Dancing hearts, a gentle sway, Echoes of a serenade play. Fluttering feelings here to stay. . Gentle whispers of a love so right, Harmony resonates, a sweet delight. Intertwined hearts, souls so bright. . Journeying through the… Continue reading Feelings of Love: A Poem
The clock struck six as Detective Amelia Ashford stepped into the opulent halls of Alderwood Manor. The esteemed Alderwood family resided here, nestled amongst the cobbled streets of London. The grounds were usually closed, with the eccentric Sir Edmund Alderwood closing the doors to everyone outside. Today, however, Amelia had been invited to join a… Continue reading The Alderwood Diamond: A Short Story
In echoes of night, the stars arise, Their gentle glow adorns the sky, A dance of light, a waltz, a guise. . Each constellation tells no lies, In whispers, secrets passing by, In echoes of night, the stars arise. . The moon, a pearl, within its ties, Casting its spell, a lullaby, A dance of… Continue reading Echoes of Night: A Poem
The sun scorched her skin and blistering heat whipped around her. Abby squinted up at the sky, flinching as the bright sun bored into her. The sound of footsteps echoed in her ears and she tilted her head to watch the small group approach. "Find anything?" she grunted. One of the men shook his head.… Continue reading The End of The World: A Short Story
Perfectionism is the enemy of progress. Winston Churchill There is one large obstacle that every author faces in the pursuit of their flawless novel - the first draft. It's the raw, unpolished version of the story you're telling that is miles away from perfection. However, imperfection is not something to be scared of, rather, it… Continue reading The Importance of Embracing Imperfection in Your First Draft
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