Chapter 22 Part 1 Kessa was severely bruised. She couldn’t move without wanting to cry. His mother left soon after this incident. She never stayed long. There was a knock at the door, it was Rajaf. He had made this strange little thing and was feeding her tea? Kol wasn’t sure. “What is that thing?”Continue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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The Red Violin
What movies or TV series have you watched more than 5 times? The Red Violin IMDb.com “A red-colored violin inspires passion, making its way through three centuries over several owners and countries, eventually ending up at an auction where it may find a new owner.” The Red Violin Original title: Le violon rouge Watch trailer:Continue reading “The Red Violin”
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Am I superstitious? Ish…
Are you superstitious? Am I superstitious? Ish… I can’t remember where I heard this quote from: Quote by Edmund Burke: “Superstition is the religion of feeble minds.” Maybe English Lit.? When I heard it, it was translated a little differently: “Superstition is the religion of fools.” As I have gotten older, I’ve learned that someContinue reading “Am I superstitious? Ish…”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 21 Part 2 The student spoke again, “So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.” Max answered almost immediately, “John 16:22.” Kol spoke, “Kessa don’t move.” “Keep talking.” Max reported. The Bejhar that went toContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
I’m done.
I’m done. Sending me will be fun. Will you alert someone that my digits have been printed? For there are bills to pay, I have been minted.
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 21 Part 1 Kol went to the top of the palace. From this spot, he could see far in every direction. Up here, a breeze was always blowing. The gentle breeze along with the humming of the waves weakened his defenses. He fell asleep. He was walking on the beach. “Will you allow meContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Out of sight out of mind.
Out of sight out of mind. Stay in your place and all is well. Out of sight out of mind. Appear when I need you and all is well. Out of sight out of mind. Just do what you’re told and all will be well. Out of sight out of mind. Feelings, you have noContinue reading “Out of sight out of mind.”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 20 Part 3 Abraham stood, bowed his head and left. Once he was out of the room, Kol asked; “do you think he’s telling the truth?” “What does he have to gain by lying, my king?” “I trust your judgment over anyone’s. What is your gut reaction to this?” Kessa didn’t answer him rightContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Waste not. Want not: condiments packets.
Mustard, ketchup, butter, pepper, or salt. I don’t eat out a lot. Put that spending to a halt. When I do, those condiment packets will be saved. Eaten later or added to a recipe, usefulness will be made. Some restaurants now days are making us pay for those. Concerning our budgets, we must be onContinue reading “Waste not. Want not: condiments packets.”
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