Holiday
Krampus Claus
Christmas was canceled, not officially, but it might as well be. Santa and Mrs Claus had a bad case of the Reindeer Flu. All the elves were too worn out from doing their regular jobs and caring for both. No one left could load, let alone fly the sleigh tonight. It was Christmas Eve, and they would have to cancel for the first time in history.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Fiction
The Wizard of the North
Wizard of the North D.A. Ratliff Wizard Nicolus took a deep draw of his long pipe, savoring the taste of the smokeweed packed into the bowl. He blew out a smoke ring and watched as it dissipated in the cool air, scattering the small group of Woodland Fairies flitting about the trees. One more puff on this pipe, and he turned to continue down the narrow path next to the flowing stream.
By D. A. Ratliff2 years ago in Fiction
My Lover's Candle
The snow floated down to the earth like feathers in the wind. Once they joined the rest of their brothers and sisters on the ground, they immediately turned invisible. The branches on the trees shook every time Father Sky exhaled, with the brown leaves breaking free as they flew in the air. The moon shone radiantly in the dark sky, making the snow appear to be fallen crystals from heaven. With no one around to disturb Mother Nature in her winter form, it was a beautiful midnight paradise.
By R. N. M. Haubrock2 years ago in Fiction
Peppermint Christmas Kiss
Approaching the Christmas tree, enchanted with sparkles and kaleidoscopic illuminations, he paused, inhaling the warm cinnamon and ginger-scented embraces. Winter Wonderland had arrived early, casting its magical essence within the confines of the medieval castle walls, transporting the busy festive shoppers to a fairy tale existence. For a fleeting and cheerful moment, they shifted from the mundane modern world into an era wrapped in joyous tradition.
By Isabella Rose2 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
