Imagine you’re in a meadow. The flowers are blooming in all the colours you know, the birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and a restless creek is splashing gently in the background. Wonderful, isn’t it? Except, that’s not where you are. Instead, you’re standing in a pit and your arms can barely reach the... Continue Reading →

It’s that time of the year, when everyone feels cosy and joyful. The fireplace is lit, with logs from the shed, the tea on your armrest is hot, and outside the snow is falling. Or so the fairy tales will make you believe. In reality, your boss just sent you a last-minute request, your project's... Continue Reading →

It’s hardly an unusual view, observing brown and green mingle with one another. And yet, this particularly perfect round and coloured shape, surrounded by a sea of white, glistened brighter than ever in the cold winter light. Perfectly centred, a dot, black as the night, reflected the world to those on the opposite sight. You’ll... Continue Reading →

“It’s not your place to interfere,” Peter argued vigorously, flailing his arms. “Why not?” Sam asked innocently, “they clearly need help, and I want to help them.” “For one, we’re not part of their tribe,” explained Peter, “and secondly, when have you ever helped anyone?” “Oh, come on, that’s not fair, I have… kind of,”... Continue Reading →

Winter has its charms, no doubt, if only it wasn’t so bloody cold half the time. However, she couldn’t see the charm at all. She was freezing and wasn’t even outside. Coat or no coat? The everlasting conundrum for her, during this season. She knew putting on the coat was the smart thing to do,... Continue Reading →

The warm breeze caused her long hazel hair to dance vividly through the air. Behind her, water drained away and the occasional gurgle sound broke through the rushing air around her ears. She loved that sound, for no apparent reason, but she did. Somehow, it calmed her senses. As she listened to the water, the... Continue Reading →

At dawn the water usually shimmered sapphire blue, enchanting every living thing around it. Today was no different, and she enjoyed every second running close to the lake’s shores. If only the birds wouldn’t fly away whenever she came close to them. Of course she wouldn’t hurt them. She wasn’t a monster, but surely the... Continue Reading →

It was dark again, and with the lights broken, he knew he should go to sleep. Despite this realisation, endless thoughts kept pounding through his skull. One last game, it wasn’t even that late yet. His phone had plenty battery charge left and the internet connection reached just far enough to remain under the comfort... Continue Reading →

Sometimes when you drop the ball, not just those around you will scream and shout, but you begin to insult yourself. How could it happen? Why now? You’ve been practicing moments like this almost every day. But, when the time comes, your mind suddenly betrays your motor abilities and mocks you publicly. You close your... Continue Reading →