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Have Faith

Troy Allen Houston·June 13, 2022

Have Faith written by: Troy Allen Houston Ever since I was a little boy. I tried to...

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One Child’s Prayer

Lorraine MacMillan·March 18, 2022

One Child’s Prayer written by: Lorraine MacMillan I came from a home of abuse there were times...

English Poetry

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Black Butterfly

Lorna Jackie Wilson·September 28, 2021

Black Butterfly written by: Lorna Jackie Wilson @butterflylornaj The gray steps of a wood frame home, the...

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Self Image

Kayleigh Merchant·February 7, 2021

Self Image written by: KL Merchant Why is self image so important? Self image is important because...

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The Real Cost

Michelle Dark·March 18, 2020

The Real Cost written by: Michelle Dark Anyone who touched my skin Wanted something in return I...

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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