Dreams Part 2 He broke the silence, “I’m asking the hard questions today.” “There’s nothing wrong with the asking. Sometimes there are no answers or easy ones for that matter.” They continued working. She prayed he would leave after they finished this row. But he didn’t. The bell rang alerting everyone the sun was setting.Continue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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Just Kidding
Have you ever said something very hurtful to someone only to say, “just kidding?” Or have you had it done to you? Just kidding. There is a lot of truth in jest. Be it a personal private truth or how you really feel about someone or something. Just kidding. People think they are being funny,Continue reading “Just Kidding”
Once there was Darkness
Dreams Part 1 The army had a garden behind the barracks. Everyone had to take turns. You ate, you worked. This is where Kol found Kessa; on her hands and knees pulling weeds. Wild thoughts went through his head seeing her like this. ‘If only!’ He thought. After watching her for a few minutes, heContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Menopause
From the time we are born until the time we die, we are changing. Not able to give a voice to the complaining. Things grow in places there hadn’t been things before. Scary, hairy, sore. Moods off. Height soars. Voice scores. Things level off. Your body rests. You know what to expect. Life flows. TimeContinue reading “Menopause”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 15 Kol and Abraham were wondering through the market. He stopped at Roy’s booth. Roy was the best jeweler in Mecca. His better stuff was in his shop. Kol was surprised to see Roy here. Usually it was one of his children. “Sire,” he bowed his head. Kol found a very simple cross. ItContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Waste not. Want not: coffee
This is a poem I’m doing in stages to highlight the little things I do toward frugal living. Coffee. Nectar of God. You help me through another day. Upright and functional, you help me stay. What about your grounds? A use for you, I have found. Nutrients to the soil you will add. Helping myContinue reading “Waste not. Want not: coffee”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 14 When Kol returned from his duties; on the foot of his bed, he found his cape folded neatly with a piece of a delicate flowering vine laying on top. This flower was unfamiliar to him. As he inhaled it’s scent, it struck him that he knew this smell. But the where was lost.Continue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Gray rainy day
Gray rainy day, I don’t wont you to stay. But I must say, It’s been a very relaxing day. Laying on the couch, reading – don’t think I’ll stray. Planted right here, with the sleepies staying near. My dog asleep at my feet. This day has been a treat. Read, watch a little – thenContinue reading “Gray rainy day”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 13 Part 2 Rajaf and Kessa started building the boat. It started out as a rough raft. Just trees held together with rope. It was the last thing they could do to honor their friend. They chanted the old prayers as they worked. Kol’s horse snorted, pulling them from their task. “May I help?”Continue reading “Once there was Darkness”
Once there was Darkness
Chapter 13 Part 1 Leviticus 16:10 King Teo arrived for his visit. Three days into his stay, his party set on top of the palace overlooking the city. Teo was older than Kol by about 15 years. Louder, and bigger. He wasn’t to the point that he needed help to walk. When KolContinue reading “Once there was Darkness”
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