Holiday

The Popcorn Party in the Microwave
Title: The Popcorn Party in the Microwave Once upon a time in the cozy kitchen of a little house, lived a curious and imaginative kid named Max. Max loved popcorn more than anything in the world. The mere thought of those fluff y, buttery puffs made his eyes sparkle with delight. However, what fascinated Max the most was the mysterious transformation that took place when he put those small, hard kernels into the magical microwave.
By ARTIST2 years ago in Fiction
"JOSE, MARIA & TODDLER REBECCA"
Jose and Maria were a young homeless couple with a toddler girl named Rebecca. They had been homeless for a year, after they lost their jobs and their apartment due to the pandemic. They had tried to rent a new apartment, but they had no luck finding a place to stay. They had no money, no credit, no references. Their IDs had been stolen, so they had no documents to prove their identity. They had tried to report their stolen documents to the police but were turned away like they were less than human due to being homeless and their nationality.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli 2 years ago in Fiction
kitty the buffalo
The sand is hot against my knee as I stagger. My hand steadies me vanishing somewhat beneath the outer layer of the desert. My skin ignites with UV fire. My dry lips sting with the air passing between them.
By ARTIST2 years ago in Fiction
Passing of the Reins
My Uncle’s letter told me to meet him at 325 Ambrosia Way, a beautiful three-story mansion on the outskirts of town. Not seeing his car, when I pulled up, I debated getting out or staying in the car to wait for him when I noticed the front door opening. So I got out of the car and walked towards the entrance, not once seeing anyone around the place as I went.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Fiction
Kids Giving
Elijah, Demetri and Kendrick are walking home from school ready to start their Thanksgiving vacation. “I can’t wait to get my hands on that fried turkey” Elijah said enthusiastically. “Don’t you mean your tastebuds?” Demetri responded sarcastically. “You know what I’m talking about, Metri. This food is about to be SMACK!!! Ain’t that right, Kendrick?” Kendrick was looking across the street distracted by what met his eyes. “K-dot! What you lookin’ at?” Elijah asked. “Y’all see him over there?” Kendrick asked.
By Joe Patterson2 years ago in Fiction
The Boarding Pass
I stood in line and pressed my fingers together then bent my hands at the knuckle pulling palms apart, stretching the tight ligaments and muscles around my metacarpals. One by one I stretched each finger, pausing only to grab my suitcase and move forward a step or two each time the queue progressed. I watched the wave of slow but constant movement through the line of people, the perpetual forward motion serpentined in a way that looked almost melodic. I massaged the palm of my hands then rolled my shoulders and neck, sighing with the subtle release of tension. I reached the end of the queue and handed my passport to the TSA agent, who scanned it intently, then said gruffly, “Why Christmas in Pennsylvania?”
By A. Crossan2 years ago in Fiction
An Unsentimental Christmas Celebration
In a world steeped in the sentimental glow of twinkling lights, warm embraces, and the ever-present jingle of holiday tunes, there exists a space for those who dare to celebrate Christmas with a touch of realism—an Unsentimental Christmas Celebration. Amid the festive frenzy, where sentimentality often reigns supreme, this alternative approach beckons with a promise of simplicity, practicality, and an unfiltered view of the holiday season.
By Ali Raza (Story Bard)2 years ago in Fiction
Crypteia
The air wrapped around our face as we descended through the darkness. The call of freedom, to it we harken our pace. To save ourselves from the final destruction. Of ourselves from their constructed narrative of destruction.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Fiction
Movies for the Season: Soul Food
Entertainment has always had a knack for setting the tone for the holidays, especially when it comes to music and film. When talking about Thanksgiving one of the best movies to emphasize the importance of family and why we should be thankful for its foundation is Soul Food.
By Joe Patterson2 years ago in Fiction
Until Hell Freezes Over
🎄🎄🎄 Leather couches can be hard, cold, or inviting. Today, it was cold. Ten years had passed since my Lori died. My daughter Joni was away at dental school, preparing to succeed my practice. The mantle clock ticked the seconds as two words racked my mind. What next? Ramee, the hound curled on the couch beside me, remained silent.
By J. S. Wade2 years ago in Fiction
Rainy days
The city lay beneath a blanket of gray clouds, as if the heavens themselves had opened up to release a cascade of liquid music. Raindrops, like delicate notes of a piano, tapped against windows and danced upon the streets, transforming the mundane into a symphony of sound and rhythm. Streets glistened with reflections of city lights, and the air carried a petrichor scent, as if the earth exhaled in relief.
By Prasanna S2 years ago in Fiction
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Awakening: Navigating Ethical Frontiers
In the vast landscape of technological progress, the concept of sentient Artificial Intelligence (AI) has captured the imagination and, simultaneously, sparked ethical debates about the implications of bestowing consciousness upon machines. As we delve into the realm of AI awakening, we confront not only the marvels of technological innovation but also the ethical dilemmas and potential consequences of granting artificial entities a form of consciousness.
By veera2 years ago in Fiction