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Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2022
In our small settlement, we live on the edge near the forest. It is quiet and peaceful. We collect firewood from it that keeps us stocked through the winter, warm and cozy. The soil is rich, and our gardens are bountiful. We have never had a winter where we counted the days until Ostara with dread. We are blessed because we follow the rituals. When we are not helping mother with home chores, we enjoy playing out the tales of our people. Our favorite is the Nagaulli, because pretending to grow wings and claws delight both me and my sister. W...
Submitted to Contest #132
My thoughts continue to circle in my mind. The same pattern. A reflection of where I have been and where I could possibly be going. A future where my own existence could be forgotten. A present where my history is being used against me. I had thought when I started this whole thing that it was a fun way to no longer be alone. The responsibility had not occurred to me. I concede that I realized I could not do it on my own. Maybe I should talk with Jesus once again. After all, who could possibly know my wants and needs better. Two halv...
Vancouver, WA - USA Runner. Mother. Creative. IG: Morinventures
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