From “The Prophecy”
Like the sun retreats in the west each night,
and as sure as the day will draw to an
end each evening, a mortal’s life hastens
to end in an uncertain amount of
hours, days and years.
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From “The Last One”
One should be leery of the guest who comes
unannounced, for such guests rarely come
by accident, but by a careful plan.
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From “Origins”
Order is kept when all powers agree
on who holds power and who serves under
such power.
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From “The Gatekeeper”
The gatekeeper revels in the power
of denial, deciding who’s worthy
and who is not. The lack of entry quells
the voice of the powerless and those who
lack the proper keys.
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From “The Beggar”
Only when one understands the acts of the past
can one reconcile them and see the future.
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Prompt #12
She threw each piece into the fire, hoping the smoke would not give her away.
Prompt #11
She walked away from the terminal, a half smile on her face…
From “Dapania’s Curse”
Truth comes when one is most receptive to it.
Only then can it be understood
and treated with acceptance
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Prompt #10
In the department store bathroom, she smeared foundation onto her skin, her stringy hair in a messy ponytail, her mind on what had just happened.
Prompt #9
The gingerbread man fell on the table and no one cared…
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