Life’s Equity

"But it's not fair!" Myrna said. Myrna's father, Bob, rubbed his forehead. Each generation of teenagers had mastered the nasal twang and that drawn-out last syllable without ever hearing it from their ancestors. How did they do it? And what made it so annoying? "Look," Bob said. "Nobody ever said life was fair." "Games have … Continue reading Life’s Equity

Unrequited

The narwhal was drawn to the milkweed, despite her indifference. She was beautiful in her pale pink decorations, as her leaves reached to the sky. The narwhal thought it was an exhortation to the Gods and admired her devotion. Whenever the blessing passed, he pulsed at her. She wasn't in the water, but maybe this … Continue reading Unrequited

Flordali

It's a botanical painting! No it's a man! Wait, it's Flordali! Able to leap a snail in a single bound and shoot sloe plums at foes (or friends), he can be seen flowering at will. He's a drupe of a guy! Don't miss him! He can be found lurking in your granny's garden, ready to … Continue reading Flordali

Team Building Exercise

The oaks on the mountain are awash in starlight. Beneath them, the wolf participates with vigor in the ruthless dance of the hunt. Thought is unnecessary as her muscles slide against one another. Worry does not exist as her paws land on earth and fallen leaves. She is one of many, and the many become … Continue reading Team Building Exercise