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Wildflower

Huda Tariq·December 28, 2020

Wildflower written by: Huda Tariq A wild yet beautiful creature I am Beneath the sky lies the...

English Poetry

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The Virgo Diary

Lopa Banerjee·June 13, 2020

The Virgo Diary written by: Lopa Banerjee @rooafza In the month of Virgo, my endless sari A...

Poetry English

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The Model

Edward McCloud·August 17, 2016

The Model written by: Edward McCloud @edward.a.mccloud.3 The lady holds the world – her face, her body,...

English Poetry

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A textbook example of nominative determinism, Lou Storey has always been a storyteller, a fact well illustrated in his art and in his writing. His careers have reflected that as well, first as a creator of idea-based exhibitions for museums, and later as a psychotherapist employing narrative therapies. His art and his writing share qualities of rich texture and detail, examining our capacity to be absurd while allowing a measure of forgiveness for our foibles. Storey and his husband Steve retired in 2021 and moved from New Jersey to Savannah Georgia. “We love everything about Savannah, it is like a city that looks like a park and thinks it’s a small town. Best of all, we can grow bananas in the backyard!”

Treats Only, Please! by Lauren Scott

Creepy cackles from tall, looming trees
startle their jumpy heartbeats as they walk.
Shadows discreetly follow the echoes
while they timidly proceed down the block.

Young voices repeat with conviction,
“It’s just a night for entertainment.”
There’s no need for goosebumps and fear
as their eyes focus on the cracked pavement.

Undeniably sensing they’re not alone,
many follow in their hesitant footsteps,
eager to reach doors and push doorbells
but afraid of frightening special effects....

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Lower Strata

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Interview Q&A With Lou Storey

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The Model

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Interview Q&A With Lou Storey

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Islands of Isolation

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