The most peculiar thing happened on the eleventh of November, just as the snow had begun to drift down. As Katie watched Mother Nature begin to cover earth with a blanket of whiteness, she heard what sounded like a small explosion. She wondered what the noise was about, but she had become used to keeping to... Continue Reading →
Her Hero: First Line Friday
"Breath in, breath out, you'll be okay." Carol wanted to tell the people around her that she just needed some space. But, they thought that they were being helpful. She couldn't believe how clumsy she was, falling like that in front of so many people. She was so embarrassed, as now she was being treated... Continue Reading →
Something of Her Own: First Line Friday
The pen wasn't worth anything, but Maddie pocketed it anyway. She did not mean to steal from others, but she had so little that belonged to her. Living in other people's homes, rather than with her parents, left Maddie feeling lonely and destitute of love and possessions. Stealing the assets of others, especially items she... Continue Reading →
It Gets Lonely at the Top!
The neon glow enveloped the city built by and for corporations. From a distance, it appeared as if a rocket from outer space had landed in the midst of the desert. From the balcony of his penthouse suite atop the tallest building, George Haskins, five feet and seven inches, blond haired, with the bloated face... Continue Reading →
Listen to the Birds Sing! First Line Friday
This day was summer when the sun shone, and biting winter when clouds overtook the sky, a tumultuous mix of seasons in the span of an afternoon. I didn't know whether to build a fire or turn up the air conditioner. Either way, it was a day when Joshua and I were both off from work,... Continue Reading →
The Second Performer: First Line Friday
Well I think it's funny That you refuse to understand How nervous I get each time I have to perform after your band. People have listened to great music, Cuddled up with their latest honey, Then, I am expected to go on stage And try to compete by being funny. You tell me that I... Continue Reading →
Finally A Heart to Call Home
I, Regina wrote this fictional story for Friday First Line on The Humble Word Nerd, but it has a message that I think our readers will like. http://thehumblewordnerd.com/2018/09/15/finally-a-heart-to-call-home
