A little boy sat next to his grandmother in their backyard, looking at the mountains all around them. “Grandmom, why are there mountains?” the little boy asked, his eyes wide and entranced in the way only children can see the world. He had removed the thumb he was sucking absentmindedly to ask his question. The... Continue Reading →
Burn
It was a special night. She had planned it for months, years maybe. On her way home from work, she bought herself a dozen roses. She made herself a delicious dinner - all of her favorites with a bottle of champagne to celebrate. After her meal, she sprinkled rose petals all over her bathroom and... Continue Reading →
The Ride of a Lifetime
Jess knew this one was special as soon as she swiped right. She could see a loss or some desperate plea in his eyes, and she felt a connection immediately. Jess didn’t question it because questions lead to too many thoughts. Too many thoughts lead Jess to do questionable things, so she has consistently found... Continue Reading →
Masterpiece
Disasterpiece Muse's Release Free yourself from your disease. Become your own masterpiece. Right now, pain is black and blue, but it's nothing to fear, you're a rainbow confused. If this redundant play is to end, become your own true best friend. See yourself: the sleeping god. Read this until you finally nod: you are not... Continue Reading →
Little Red Riding Hood is a Slut (Pt 5)
Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 5. She shines her light, too pretty to hide, turns herself over to what she is deep inside, smiles at the wolf and says thanks for the ride. The wolf devours her secrets and her shame (a shame that came solely from the ones who gave her... Continue Reading →
Little Red Riding Hood is a Slut (Pt 4)
Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 4. Or perhaps, the truth could enlighten Red's not guilty of any sin, she just has to love the wolf within. We'd prefer the wolves any day. Grandmom's love has faded away. We didn't deserve it anyway, not cause we're bad but cause we're Gods, Because we create our... Continue Reading →
Little Red Riding Hood is a Slut (Pt 3)
Part 1 Part 2 3. He speaks to truth and reminds her of the innocence of youth. He reminds her of a time of peace, fear is indoctrinated by lazy priests. Everyone tries as best as they can, but it can be crazy to speak, so there is safety in the pen. Discomfort unwelcome and... Continue Reading →
From a Crack in the Wall (Flash Fiction and Writing Prompt / Writing Challenge!)
From a Crack in the Wall (Flash Fiction and Writing Prompt / Writing Challenge!) https://fitfulfearfulphantasmal.wordpress.com/2019/04/01/from-a-crack-in-the-wall-flash-fiction-and-writing-prompt-writing-challenge/ — Read on fitfulfearfulphantasmal.wordpress.com/2019/04/01/from-a-crack-in-the-wall-flash-fiction-and-writing-prompt-writing-challenge/ My ending: By the time he reached the crack, he had allowed his fear and doubts to overwhelm him. The crack was gushing blood like a severed artery. He slowly breathed and regained control of his... Continue Reading →
Careful What You Wish For
She wrote her heart in her journal every day. There was a desperate thought, or maybe it was a wish, that with enough marks, her prayers would be heard. Her broken heart, she thought, was screaming to the heavens for him to come back. Then, he did. Like magic. Again. Yet, he was the same... Continue Reading →
Fiction? Pt II
Fiction? Pt I Timelines became blurred as her confusion mounted. Kris had suggested she read Alice I Have Been a few months ago, and her world now felt exactly like Wonderland. She knew how Alice must have felt in her rabbit hole. In her mind, it did not matter when anything occurred, because her memories... Continue Reading →