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FFfAW: Earth’s Legacy

Posted on May 4, 2017 by swritings

“Timberrr!!” As the majestic bark came crashing down, its thunderous descent was met by the scampering of furry animals. Creatures of the sky squawked in anger as they flapped to yet another abode. A galaxy away, Captain Toremia studied the … Continue reading →

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FFfAW: Memories Matter

Posted on April 26, 2017 by swritings

Vaughn greeted his sister grimly, ready for another fight. A week ago, Victoria too had been prepared to have it out with her brother, then Dr. McPherson had called with her results. “So you ordered one for me too, uh?” Vaughn motioned … Continue reading →

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FFfAW: Easy Pickings

Posted on April 8, 2017 by swritings

It was a desolate area, at least for the rest of the world. The residents knew every inch of this misty place they’d called home for generations. So when the helicopters breached their airspace in a targeted attack, the locals … Continue reading →

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SPF: Honourable Choices

Posted on March 28, 2017 by swritings

“Callie! It’s over!” Reaching the edge of the pier, Agent Callie turned around slowly. Jake’s gun was pointed straight at her head. “You’re right, Jake, it is over,” she said softly, and took another step towards the edge. There was … Continue reading →

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FFfAW: Always

Posted on March 21, 2017 by swritings

She leaned gently against the lamppost as he serenaded the crowd with his usual tunes. I’ll be there till the stars don’t shine Till the heavens burst and the words don’t rhyme… She closed her eyes as memories came flooding … Continue reading →

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SPF: A Caring Son

Posted on February 6, 2017 by swritings

Jonathan loved collecting bottles. Soon, all the shelves in his room were full of them, so he started lining them on the floor. “Jonathan! That’s it, you need to get rid of some of these useless bottles!” said Dad angrily. … Continue reading →

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FFfAW: The Pink Schoolbag

Posted on February 2, 2017 by swritings

Danny was sad. Mummy didn’t have money to buy him a new schoolbag, so for now, he had to take the pink one which she managed to get at the Church. As he got on the school bus, Gordon was … Continue reading →

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FFfAW: Murky Reality

Posted on December 21, 2016 by swritings

Casandra loved misty mornings. The thick fog would slowly encircle the house and she’d sit by the picture window, pretending to be the princess of the clouds. Now, decades later, she cringed as the black mist descended, reeking with pollutants. … Continue reading →

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SPF: When Being First Matters

Posted on December 20, 2016 by swritings

Letting go, rising above, being the first to apologize….Gloria’s thoughts arrested at the last one, as she sat cross legged on the mat. The serene voice on her iPod continued and she quickly inhaled, eyes closed, trying to focus, but … Continue reading →

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TLT: Magnanimous

Posted on December 18, 2016 by swritings

Fuming inwardly, she clenched her fists and unknowingly crushed the flower she’d just plucked from her garden. Gazing at the crumbled petals in her hand, she suddenly got the sweet scent of the fragrance that now laced her palm. She … Continue reading →

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