My journal of big words and pretty pictures
The easiest route to the hives is down the old access road, but I prefer to hike in from the pine grove. The distance is the same, but wending through the towering cedar boles and shadows is cooler. Already at its zenith, the summer sun is beating down on the field. The air, thick with … Continue reading Bees’ song
Bathed in the spectral radiance of the full moon, Edges of fancy become distinct for a heartbeat, Shimmering with each toll of the hour. At the boundary between yesterday and tomorrow. A foot in both dimensions, I stand timorous, Hesitant in my decision. I walk toward the light...
Previously: "I know who you are, who you really are Noone." Duncan watched for Agatha's reaction. When she didn't flinch, he continued. "You know how old women tell children stories about monsters to make them behave? I already knew about monsters. My nanny told me about you, to give me hope." Duncan handed Agatha's rosary … Continue reading Blood orange sun
An old notebook binder sat on the table. On the cover was a yellowed photo of a group of young women, the corners bent and torn. Ellis opened the book, and several pages fell out because the warped rings didn’t line up right. “If you don’t find it in the index, look very carefully through the entire … Continue reading Mail order bride
The tiny patch of green was overflowing with fruit and vegetable plants in varying stages of ripeness. Sanna and her young daughter Birte were carefully picking squash and peppers. A basket filled with their harvest sat on the mulch path wending through the garden. Other members of their community co-op were busy with their plots, … Continue reading Diamond in the rough
He found her in the morning at the breakfast table. The dark circles under her eyes were as threatening as storm clouds. "Another bad night, babe?" He threw the question over his shoulder as he poured a cup of coffee. She seemed to not hear him. Toying with her still full cup, she sighed deeply, … Continue reading In your dreams
Thin spiral notebook 