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Bigger than a bread box, older than the end of WWII.

Mythology

Word count 595 “Good idea to walk by the canal today Roger.” “Right, the weather is great Susie.” “How are your studies going?” “I’m about to finish my thesis.” “What’s the title?” “Traditional magic.” “Did you learn about casting spells and curses?  Is there any … Continue reading Mythology

Floating

Word count 100 On the way to our waterhole, I noticed something hanging from my ballcap.  Repeated brushing did not get rid of what I had thought was a spider on a thread.  Checked eyebrows and eyelash – no.  Eventually had to accept it was … Continue reading Floating

Nature Of Oregon

Sturgeon Word Count 877                                                  I grew up in Oregon, wandered about the country for thirty years, and then came back for the last twenty-five.  There is much to complain about here – the politics and many of the people for two, but there is … Continue reading Nature Of Oregon

Belle Lake

Word count 1033                                                    Duke rushed into his house at 10AM on Saturday.  After he shut the door, he bent over gasping for air.  When he finally could speak, he said “Shere, you won’t believe what I just saw.” “Probably, but why don’t you … Continue reading Belle Lake