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 →

Dull sounds echoed through the hall, as he beat bare skin with sticks in his hands. With every hit the noise intensified, drowning out the clamour of those who stood before him. He wanted to stop, none of it felt right anymore, but he knew far too well that he couldn’t. He was never able... Continue Reading →

Down the river, near the great cascades, an unusual sound erupted in between the swooshing water. A sound, installing fear in those that could hear it. But not long after that, a handful farmers, with knees shaking, set out to inspect the sudden disturbance in their environment. As they walked, or rather tumbled, through the... Continue Reading →

Leaves rustled in the late summer breeze, provoking chilling sounds between the rare absences of car engines roaring through the streets. She stood by the window gazing at passing pedestrians or cars, from her third-floor apartment. She couldn’t remember the last time she enjoyed a similarly calm moment. In fact, she couldn’t remember ever standing... Continue Reading →

Nothing moved. The world had come to a standstill, or so it seemed. Eyes locked on the target, he took a calm, soundless breath, and steadied his fingers. His confidence had never been stronger. Then he looked around, and those who were with him stared with unbearable anticipation. Suddenly, the realization of the pressure he... Continue Reading →