“Zack, the banker, I questioned bluntly? Why would Zack the banker say such a thing?” “Hey, I don’t know. It was just a thought. Anyway, since I’ve got nothing to do today, I’m headed down to Schooner’s. Why don’t you come down later, if you can get away?” Why would my banker be discussing my … Continue reading
As I hung up the phone, I had the oddest sensation. You know the type of sensation that you get when you feel that you are being watched or when you see the red lights in your rearview mirror on the freeway. Maybe it was a mix of the two. All I know is that … Continue reading
Artwork by Mel Ryan Unified for a cause A cause so great A cause so deep A cause worth giving up Flying solo Nah, just do it myself Nah, I do it better Nah, they’re weird Nah, seems like work Come to find out There’s no neutral territory There’s no hiding place Sides are drawn … Continue reading
As I stand in the hallway, I look towards the living room and I notice two shadowy figures sitting on the couch. I recognize the taller figure. It is my old companion Doubt. The second figure would be unrecognizable were it not for his t-shirt that is embossed with his name, Disappointment. I guess that … Continue reading
Artwork by Mel Ryan Long day nothing set Tied the fly Threw the line Still, long day nothing set Is the mark setting? Even go out tomorrow? Chance of rain Wondering why But there’s nothing better Pushing out the thin wire Breathe of day blowing Glimpsing the wingspans On the whispering Go back out Enjoy … Continue reading
Artwork by Mel Ryan Set out for a time To realize the envision Only to find the resistance Strong Hunter or prey Doubt crept in Fear challenged and Picture faded The tinder then raged The rebellion strong The mirror reflected back A green fire breather Enemy of the Ruler Unbeknownst and blind Confusion cause not … Continue reading
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