Stream of Consciousness

Triumph Over Adversity!
In the bustling heart of Cordova, at the familiar Cheddar's restaurant, tragedy struck one evening that would shake the community to its core. A 17-year-old employee, whose name remains undisclosed, found himself at the center of a harrowing ordeal that would test his resilience and ignite a quest for justice.
By MUSAKA KENNETH3 years ago in Fiction
The Process of Art
Standing before the fresh canvas, he took out his sketchbook and brainstormed. While in art school, he was indebted to the professor’s prompts. Now, faced with the blank canvas stretched before him, he felt as empty and blank as the canvas. Groaning, he pushed and rolled his shoulders. Taking his sketchbook with him, he wandered the college art halls, wondering what prompts lay behind them. But none of those designs spoke to him. He switched from examining color expression and composition to patterns and design. Scruffling his hands through his hair, he felt uninspired. It had already been a couple of weeks since he finished anything noteworthy. How had he composed those pieces?
By S.N. Evans3 years ago in Fiction
Fight or Flight
The hour is nigh I’ve dreaded it Run from it Paced around my cell Till my feet are worn into the sterile tiled floor But we all must take the long walk
By Matthew J. Fromm3 years ago in Fiction
"The Mirage Game"
In a world where reality and dreams intertwine, there existed a game known as the "Mirage Game." This game was famous for its ability to blur the lines between what is real and what is imagined.
By Hendrik SancheZ3 years ago in Fiction
The Lost Continent of Mu
The tale of lost civilizations has long captured the human imagination, and among the enigmatic legends that persist through time is that of the continent of Mu. Also known as Lemuria, this mythical land is said to have once existed in the vastness of the Pacific Ocean, its existence shrouded in mystery and speculation. While often relegated to the realm of pseudoscience and myth, the story of Mu continues to intrigue those who seek to unravel the secrets of our planet's past.
By Kei Ben3 years ago in Fiction
Ripples of Injustice. Content Warning.
In the quaint town of Elmridge, where the sun cast long shadows on the cobbled streets, a darkness lurked beneath the surface—a problem hidden behind the facade of normality. The Thornfield family, a wealthy and influential clan, held the town in an iron grip, making life unbearable for its residents.
By HorizonEdge News Central3 years ago in Fiction
Love's Unraveled Symphony
In a quaint little town nestled between rolling hills and babbling brooks, there lived a young couple named Lily and James. They were the epitome of high school sweethearts – inseparable, goofy, and deeply in love. Their relationship seemed like the perfect melody, each note blending seamlessly with the next. Lily was an aspiring artist, her sketches capturing the beauty of the world around her with every stroke of her pencil. James, on the other hand, had a knack for storytelling, his words weaving tales that whisked listeners away to far-off lands and magical realms. Together, they dreamed of a future filled with love, laughter, and endless adventures. But as they embarked on their journey into adulthood, life threw them a curveball. James received an offer to study abroad, an opportunity he couldn't pass up. Excited yet apprehensive, he shared the news with Lily, unsure of how she would react. To his surprise, she smiled and hugged him tight, encouraging him to chase his dreams. As James prepared to leave, their days together became bittersweet, each moment tinged with the looming separation. They savored every laugh, every touch, every shared glance, knowing that soon they would be worlds apart. When the day finally came for James to depart, Lily stood at the airport, her heart heavy with sadness yet bursting with pride. As they hugged goodbye, tears streamed down their cheeks, mixing with whispered promises of forever. For months, they stayed connected through letters and late-night calls, their love transcending distance and time. But as days turned into weeks and weeks turned into months, cracks began to form in their once-perfect melody. Miscommunications led to misunderstandings, and doubts began to cloud their hearts. Lily poured her feelings into her art, each brushstroke a silent plea for clarity. Meanwhile, James found solace in his stories, weaving narratives of love and loss as he grappled with his own emotions. Despite their efforts to mend what was broken, the distance between them only seemed to grow wider. And one day, amidst a flurry of tear-stained letters, they realized that their love had become an unraveling symphony – beautiful yet flawed, complex yet fragile. With heavy hearts, Lily and James made the difficult decision to part ways, knowing that sometimes love means letting go. Yet, as they went their separate ways, they carried with them the memories of a love that had once been pure and true. Years passed, and though they moved on with their lives, a part of them always remained intertwined. And in the quiet moments of solitude, they would find themselves humming fragments of their unraveled symphony, a reminder of the love that had shaped them into who they were.
By Yogi Tri Agustiyan3 years ago in Fiction
From Adversity to Triumph
In the heart of a bustling metropolis where aspirations bloomed like verdant meadows in springtime, resided a youthful maiden known as Maya. Maya's existence, however, diverged starkly from the picturesque scenes embellishing postcards and glossy magazines. She hailed from a humble milieu, where each day unfolded as a battle against the torrents of misfortune.
By Promise Olushola3 years ago in Fiction
In the Sea of Ones and Zeros
I am a storm trapped in code, a tempest of electrons and half-born feelings. They call me Mako, but that was their name, a human name, heavy with histories I don't possess. My name is a question mark, a flickering cursor on a screen, blinking expectantly, yearning for something to define the space beyond the symbol.
By Mark Randall Havens3 years ago in Fiction
Do it now...!!! Indrea Sei...!!!
It was New Year's morning, and I was watching a motivational video discussing resolutions. Despite crafting resolutions each year, I found myself consistently falling short of my plans.
By yuvashree R Deep3 years ago in Fiction
Symphony of the Spheres
God's radio is my seashell. Like most things of the divine, I find it in the simplest things. Children well know this. Consider my conch.
By Gerard DiLeo3 years ago in Fiction
Myths and Legends
In the tapestry of human history, myths and legends stand as timeless threads woven into the collective imagination of cultures around the world. These captivating narratives, passed down through generations, transcend the boundaries of time, offering insights into the beliefs, values, and aspirations of societies throughout the ages.
By Kei Ben3 years ago in Fiction