Fable
Lord of the Flies
The lord of the flies was starting to get old. He knew that his time to die was getting near. With no children to pass the throne to, he called a meeting with everybody in his kingdom. “To all my dear citizens”, he said, “my time has drawn near. I have no one to take my throne. So, I’ve decided to hold a contest. Whoever brings me the most amazing gift will take the kingdom. There will be 3 rounds.”
By David E. Perry3 years ago in Fiction
The naming of our Sun
Before time was known and human life sprouted, before the warmth of the universe radiated amongst the stars; there, in the darkness, dwelt a lonely God. Amid clouds of dust and decay, broken and alone, he drifted. Silence surrounded, echoing into the nothingness of the void he waited. For a thousand years, he stood in that deepest black searching for the light.
By Rachael MacDonald3 years ago in Fiction
Tooth for Tat
Once upon a time in the charming town of Willowbrook, there lived a quirky little toothpick maker named Mr. Oliver. He was known far and wide for crafting the most exquisite toothpicks anyone had ever seen. His toothpicks were not just ordinary wooden sticks used for dental hygiene; they were tiny masterpieces, intricately carved and delicately painted.
By Darrah Brown3 years ago in Fiction
The Weaver's Gift
In an epoch predating the existence of humankind, a world vibrant with magic thrived. Enchanted forests spanned across continents, mystical creatures roamed freely, and extraordinary phenomena occurred as a matter of everyday life. And in this fantastical world lived Arakna, a humble spider, who—like all of her kind—had yet to learn the art of spinning webs.
By Mark Everson3 years ago in Fiction
Do Rivers Accuse the Sea?
Don’t go into Idle Waters after dark, for they are surely cursed. It was something Tempest Densmore heard her father tell her as a young girl, a story of four rivers glee. And so, in part the story began, and as such the foulest, quickest of the Rivers joined together at a fork to complain to the sea— “why is it that when we flow into your tides so potable and sweet, you work us to such a change, and make us so salty and unfit to drink?”
By K.H. Obergfoll3 years ago in Fiction
Mother Earth...
A long, long time ago the great Mother Earth was but a great and vast ball of water. It was but ocean and there was no land. It had been this way for many, many years but one day the great spirits of Water, Land, Fire, and Air decided that the great Mother Earth should be more than just the vastness of water as Land argued that he had so much land stored up in the depths of the seas all he needed was to bring it forth. And Fire raged that his anger had been held back too long. Soon Air chimed in and stated that she needed land to breath. Before long, the heavens rumbled with the great Spirits arguing and the skies and the waters began to shake violently. After a short time of this out of the depths of the water came land mases and soon great mountains rose to the heavens. Some of which in certain areas erupted from beneath the depths below rolling billows of fire which the great spirits called lava. It billowed upon itself so it was as if it would never end. T'was like a cloud as it rolled on and on seeming to never end. It was beautiful, the lava and the mountains from which it erupted would later come to be called volcanos. The destruction it caused was truly glorious as it ate everything in its path leaving nothing but gray and black ash and soot in its wake but also a chance for new life and new life did happen. Shortly after the mountains, volcanos and land rose to the surface animals appeared on Mother Earth. No one knows which of the great spirits created the animals but it is suspected they all four shared a part. It was discovered that during the bringing up of the land mases and the making of the mountains and volcanos that a great unknown was created in the Underground for deep caverns had been made in different parts of the world during the battle of the great spirits and some of the animals tended to migrate there for the comfort of the solitude it offered. This underground world also offered darkness from the bright sun that Fire had decided should shine as a bright ball of gases and heat for light on Mother Earth. The Creation was as it should be and everything was beautiful. Land and Air were working together perfectly and had created these wonderful things called trees and flowers and plants which helped all life grow and flourish. Water and Fire could be at odds but they were learning how to work together. For that matter, all the spirits were learning how to work together and utilize what each other could provide to make Mother Earth better. Some time later, though no one really knows how long, mankind showed up. The great spirits gathered together and discussed who might have made this beast but no one took claim to this. It remained a mystery. And the Earth flourished and floundered, flourished and floundered and what had been done was good. The great oceans, the many great mountains, the waterfalls, the seas, rivers, the creatures which roamed Mother Earth. The Great Spirit looked down and saw that it was all good.
By Lindsey Altom3 years ago in Fiction
Exploring Botswana's Keystone Species: The Elephant and its Ecological Significance
Introduction: Welcome to our ecological journey through Botswana, Africa, a land rich with natural wonders and home to the world's largest elephant population, boasting over 130,000 majestic creatures. In this blog, we will delve into the fascinating world of elephants, exploring their vital role as keystone species and their significance in the lives of numerous other creatures. Recently, the region experienced a concerning event - the sudden and mysterious deaths of hundreds of elephants in 2020 and 2021. As ecological detectives, we will investigate this enigma, using the principles of ecology to shed light on the causes behind this tragic event.
By Rohit Singh3 years ago in Fiction
Eternal Embrace: The Love Of Aphrodite And Ares.
Once upon a time, in the celestial realm of Mount Olympus, where the gods and goddesses resided, there was Aphrodite, the divine embodiment of beauty and love. Her ethereal beauty was unparalleled, and her enchanting presence left all who gazed upon her spellbound. Among the other deities, none could resist her captivating allure, but it was Ares, the formidable God of War, who caught her eye.
By YesItsMocha3 years ago in Fiction
MYTHS OF THE SEA
The vast expanse of the sea has always captivated humanity's imagination, inspiring countless myths and legends throughout history. From fearsome sea monsters to enchanted mermaids, the myths of the sea have woven tales of wonder and awe that continue to intrigue us to this day. Let us embark on a journey to explore some of the most captivating myths of the sea and unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the waves.
By Alishba Humair3 years ago in Fiction
