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The Road and the Green Glow

March 17, 2011

Posted by Kelly K @ Writing w/ Chaos under Nonfiction, Writing Prompt

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I was alone. Long ago, I was blanketed by laughter, play, and friends – before the shelter was stripped away without warning. Now I stood on a barren road, skeleton trees lining the path – too thick for escape. The sharp wind of their laughter cut me, drawing blood. Left, in the dark. Cold. Aching.… more

Beneath the Water – Seed of a Dream

March 10, 2011

Posted by Kelly K @ Writing w/ Chaos under Nonfiction, Writing Prompt

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The harsh fluorescent lights lit the cafeteria, glaring off the linoleum tile floor. I shuffled slowly, taking my place in line, the repulsively familiar aroma of mystery meat and poorly cooked vegetables permeating the room. The line moved too quickly, speeding up the inevitable. I avoided the hot food side and grabbed a sandwich, thankful… more