Tag: flash fiction
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Foundation of Life
Kendra remembered her mother’s words, “If the ocean swells, we’ll go to that high place and be safe.” “Why is our house not on top of the rock then?” “Because the winds blow day and night. It’s a hard life.” “But we’d always be safe.” Her answer, “We are safe enough here.” Kendra stood…
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Seeds of Trouble – StormWeaver #42
A bird flying low, erratic, escapes the flower field. Is it the evil twin or the benevolent helper? A dress hangs from its beak, waving like a flag, pure white. It once had a colorful print. The dress drops into Chloe’s outstretched arms, slipping over her head. My mind releases from thoughts of rolling in…
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Narrow Escape – StormWeaver #41
“Adam!” I accept the stone from her, Flowers bloom as our fingers touch, They reach around her waist, grab at my hand. I clench the stone in my fist and feel it’s warmth growing, Till the flowers wilt and drop away. I scoop her up. She squeals not in delight. I’ve ripped her feet from…