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Sandcastles
The beach seemed like a good place to die. The ocean water had always calmed me, and what better place to live my final few days? I hadn’t considered the journey out to the island would almost kill me in my broken-down body. Hell, the walk from the hotel to the sand was torture. I shuffled to the water’s edge every morning for almost a week. Each time took a little longer. The movement through the sand shocked my arthritic knees. But the wobbly walk of an old man with shrapnel in his left leg wasn't my biggest problem. I was terminal. Six months left to live.
By Sarah DuPerron4 years ago in Fiction
The Power of Faith: When Even the Devil Obeys
In a small community, there lived a poor woman who was known for her unwavering faith in God, despite the struggles and hardships she faced. One day, when she was at her lowest point, she made a desperate call to a radio station, asking for help to feed her children. Little did she know, her plea would not only touch the hearts of many listeners, but also lead to a transformative journey for a wealthy man who was a confirmed atheist. This is a story about the power of faith, the joy of giving, and the impact one person's belief can have on those around them.
By Victor Pastor4 years ago in Fiction
The Alhambra's Silent Witness:
If walls could talk, I would have so many tales to tell. I am the wall of the Alhambra, the palace and fortress complex in Granada, Spain. For centuries, I have been a silent witness to the comings and goings of royalty, nobles, soldiers, and commoners. I have seen love and hate, peace and war, and everything in between.
By Jan Jansen4 years ago in Fiction
The Price of A New Life at Manitoba
Grayson is an excellent student, but even as a young child, he displayed criminal tendencies by faking the parent's signature on a grade sheet for one of his friends. Grayson, who was expelled early from school for this transgression, is surprised to learn that his mother, Amelia, is dating his uncle. Although his mother begs him not to tell his father, he does, and as a result, his father dies by suicide. Grayson kills his mother and uncle by lighting the house on fire after learning that his mother and uncle are still seeing each other. He is brought up at a juvenile facility where he is sent. After his release, the warden instructs him to focus on his studies while providing the address of another of his uncles.
By Jagatheesh M4 years ago in Fiction
Stranded in Paradise
Sophie was a young, ambitious woman from the city, who had always lived life on the fast track. She was always working, always chasing her dreams, and she never took the time to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life. That was until a business trip took her to a tropical island, where she was stranded due to a major storm.
By Jan Jansen4 years ago in Fiction
Love Among the Wildlife
Lila was a curious and adventurous monkey who lived on a jungle island. She had lived there her entire life, and she knew every inch of it. She loved to explore her surroundings and to make new friends. She was always up for an adventure, and she never let anything stop her from pursuing her dreams.
By Jan Jansen4 years ago in Fiction
Love on the Island
Once upon a time, there was a young woman named Sarah who lived a dull life in the city. She worked as an accountant and spent most of her days in front of a computer. Her only source of excitement was her annual vacation, which she always spent on a tropical island, surrounded by the lush vegetation and turquoise waters.
By Jan Jansen4 years ago in Fiction
The Adventure in the Forest: A Bedtime Story for Children
Once upon a time, in a magical land, there was a young girl named Lily. Lily was a kind and curious girl who loved to explore the world around her. She lived in a small village at the edge of a vast forest, and every day she would wander off into the woods, discovering new and exciting things.
By fitsum shimels4 years ago in Fiction
The Slow and the Swift:
Once upon a time, on a lush tropical island, there lived two very different creatures. Terry the Tortoise was a timid and introverted fellow, who spent most of his days taking slow walks and admiring the scenery. On the other hand, there was Polly the Parrot, a boisterous and adventurous bird who lived life to the fullest and never missed an opportunity for excitement.
By Jan Jansen4 years ago in Fiction
