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Meet Moi
I’ve borrowed some money from people with no intention of paying it back. Fuck ’em, the whole thing would resolve by itself eventually or at
Andrey Lukyanov April 26, 2022 No Comments
Happy Reads
Lean into something lighthearted with happy reads intended to boost your mood 🙂
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anger
Paper, Pen And A Few Buttons
I’m fucking tired of typing in a program. Sick of the fucking thing correcting me as I go along. Oh, really dear program, this sentence
Andrey Lukyanov April 29, 2022 No Comments
he
He
He grew up thinking that it was all fun. Thought he’ll have everything that he’ll ever need and was so trustworthy that sometimes he thought
Andrey Lukyanov April 26, 2022 2 Comments
diary
One of those days….
Once upon a time there was a little old lady who lived with her cat in a tiny house in a small community where she
This Life's Illusions March 2, 2022 7 Comments
cats
Petie, the Cat
Petie, the Cat Miss woke to a horrendous sound on her first morning on the Big Island. Her friend had some weird coughing through the
Mollie Lyon October 7, 2023 2 Comments
Art Cafe
Only Yours
“Have you heard about the new “Only Yours” art cafe, Dana?”, Leyla asked. “Yes, but I have not visited it yet,” Dana replied. “Let’s visit
Victoria Mineva April 21, 2022 No Comments
happy read
Rhapsody of My Heart
Listen to the echoes Of my heartbeat Flow-through the membranes Of your soul Hoping to penetrate In the highest levels Of the vibrations That we
Devyn Beal March 29, 2022 No Comments
always
Heart Ocean
In the depths of my heart, an ocean resides, A vast and eternal sea, where emotions abide, Tides of joy, waves of sorrow, and secrets
Amy Christie October 11, 2023 No Comments
Colors
It Is Up To You
The notion of love and beauty is still there right? One might start to believe, especially with the last few years, that it’s an outmoded
Andrey Lukyanov April 26, 2022 No Comments
Another First in the Same Day – Miss Story Seven
Miss greeted her patient at her second job, as she came off the bus and into the door. “Can Abby come over?” the young girl
Mollie Lyon May 8, 2022 No Comments
flowers
Iris
*** Nature is so inspirational. Often I find photos online from some very talented people whose eye allows them to capture something so touching with
This Life's Illusions June 24, 2022 9 Comments
funny story
They say; ‘Some people just shouldn’t drive!’
I hope you enjoy this change from the darker poems. This is a short, humorous story; a little light relief to accompany you and your
This Life's Illusions March 21, 2022 10 Comments
Modern Stove Hounds-The Introduction to Miss- Stories.-A nurse at a high school, covertly a writer.
They gather in the hall. A few adults carry travel mugs, sipping the coffee, some have their coffee from the national coffee shop. One sits
Mollie Lyon May 8, 2022 No Comments
frustration
The Frustration of Inspiration
Strangely it’s at night in the darkness when the snow starts to melt. That stubborn pile of white ideas, unwritten words, yet to be explored
This Life's Illusions February 24, 2022 15 Comments
PEOPLE LIVE DIFFERENT LIVES!
PEOPLE COME FROM DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS
People, around the world, come from different environments. They have different cultures, languages, life experiences, education and thoughts about things in life. So, people will
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
broken heart
Cutting the cord
It happens in a split second. When something clicks and reality shifts. And all those painful thoughts just mist away. Suddenly, the heart feels peace,
The Lazy Bookista Writes January 19, 2023 1 Comment
believe
Fairy Wish
In twilight’s hush, where shadows dance and play, A fairy’s wish takes flight in wondrous ways. With delicate wings, she flutters by, Her whispered words,
Amy Christie October 10, 2023 No Comments
awkward but cute
Exchange from the Heart
Being on the third floor of a city apartment, his kitchen only caught short glimpses of natural light. The winter made that time even shorter,
Quillful Writer November 30, 2021 2 Comments
Frogs
A Love Song for the Hard of Hearing
Some frogs seem to be louder than others. This poem was inspired by some particularly deafening ones which dominate a memory decades later. *** In
This Life's Illusions June 2, 2022 22 Comments
Poem
Let Me Run
If I run, then let me run into oblivion far beyond what is feasible There isn’t anywhere for me here That can keep me steady
Devyn Beal March 29, 2022 No Comments
Nature will always be a part of you and me!
NATURE
You go out in nature to spend your day. You want the sun to shine your way. You look at the beautiful trees and birds
Walker Ikard January 27, 2024 No Comments
Little things can make you happy in life!
LITTLE THINGS MAKE YOU HAPPY
Little things can make you happy in life. A smile from someone you love can brighten up your day. Your dog, licking your hand, showing
Walker Ikard January 24, 2024 No Comments
alcohol
My Liver Told Me to “F*ck Off” and I Deserved It
I take full responsibility for what I did to my body that night. Photo by Kinga Cichewicz on Unsplash A few weeks ago, I let
Crystal Walker February 1, 2022 2 Comments
alien
Taking the Waters
“It just doesn’t make sense!” Dr. Emma Zee jammed her hands in the pockets of her white lab coat and glared out at the sea.
Tim McDaniel September 6, 2023 No Comments
I’m Afraid of Jackfruit
Ten reasons why you should be, too Before the virus hit, jackfruit was one of the new food crazes that any hipster worthy of even the
Charles Bastille February 2, 2022 No Comments
#kids
Seriously?
When I’m having a conversation with people and decide to share something playfully, but in an unrestrained manner, right after hearing me out, sometimes they
Andrey Lukyanov April 27, 2022 No Comments
believe
Believe in You
In the depths of my heart, a fire burns bright A flame that flickers with hope and light It guides me through the darkest of
Amy Christie October 11, 2023 No Comments
Because I Love You
Winters were always Niko’s favorite. He loved the snow, and the cold, and the dark, vast nights. He loved being able to wear nice sweaters
Annie Ucci April 15, 2024 No Comments
My Anti-Bucket List
1. Ice skating – I have actually been to an ice rink but I can’t say that what I did there was “ice-skating”. From what
TzeLin Sam October 16, 2022 6 Comments
BJ Thomas
Did I Help Make Ooga-Chuka a Top 40 Hit?
Now, I’m not Forrest Gump, but I have had a few minor brushes with history in my life and, oddly enough, one of them involves
Donald J. Bingle November 22, 2021 1 Comment
motivational
A Shadow of My Current Self
A brief motivational poem, a reminder to myself and others for the difficult days which we all experience. When your silhouette falls like a shadow
This Life's Illusions February 25, 2022 9 Comments
Always be kind to one another!
TRY A LITTLE KINDNESS
When you go out and play, try a little kindness along the way. When you’re feeling blue, remember a little kindness will always pull you
Walker Ikard January 24, 2024 No Comments
final
Finally Got It Down or Jerry Stahl and his story Kicking the Horse
Oh, hello there, blank page! It is being typed with Times New Roman font.Why not: Themes Old Catholic, Days Old Gregorian, Best Somehow Baltic, Zuzhelitsa
Andrey Lukyanov April 26, 2022 No Comments
birthday
A Perfectly Imperfect Day in the Land of Ice and Fire
The best day of my life was celebrating a cold and dreary birthday in Iceland. Photo by S Migaj from Pexels Most stories reminisce about
Crystal Walker February 4, 2022 No Comments
afterlife
Satellites and Violets
Gina was old now by nearly anyone’s standards. Her face was wrinkled and her joints creaked when she moved, especially first thing in the morning
Shannon Hilson February 18, 2022 1 Comment
Romantic Comedy
There’s a Story Behind the Story I Wrote
Story Of My HeArt Pure Fiction Challenge Photo by KoolShooters from Pexels I have not written much fiction outside of my book The Queen’s Awakening:
Crystal Walker February 16, 2022 No Comments
food
The Day My Dad Served Cut-Up Pig Stew For Dinner
I remember this food experience like it happened yesterday. Photo by Becca Tapert on Unsplash After a blustery morning of playing in the snow and
Crystal Walker January 30, 2022 No Comments
ancient rome
The Final Page: Part 1 of 5 — Thalamus 600BCE
A journey through the history (and future?) of books The Final Page is an exploration of writing through history and the future.Join me on a
Kai Parker November 30, 2021 No Comments
Life is always a winding road!
LIFE IS A WINDING ROAD
Life is a winding road. You never know which way to go. Sometimes you want to figure it all. What is life all about? Life
Walker Ikard January 27, 2024 No Comments
Love
Vicious Valentines – The ‘significant day’ has passed, but isn’t each day equally significant?
From Martyrdom to Marriage, Valentine’s Day was not always a piece of cake. My mouth waters whilst merely looking this gorgeously dreamy temptation of a
This Life's Illusions February 25, 2022 4 Comments
A Garter Snake and a Python
“Have you thought about herpetology?” the academic advisor said, looking at his reflection in sunglasses. If he shifted his gaze a little, he’d be looking
Cardaisha Johnson January 17, 2022 No Comments
Scary
A Hairy Morning
Sometimes a morning doesn’t begin the way we intend it to. This was one of those hairy starts! The photo is of the actual culprit,
This Life's Illusions June 30, 2022 17 Comments
conversation
The Lost Art of Conversation
A Conversation Between Two Young Women – Talking Over Each Other. Amelia: Hey, how’s it going? Britney: Good. And you? Hey did I tell you
TzeLin Sam March 21, 2022 25 Comments
challenge
Challenge Accepted
I’ve been challenged on Medium to write at least three hundred words a day in the month of November. If anyone is on this site
Mollie Lyon November 3, 2023 2 Comments
Alone
Reading the Zodiac
Happy mood today Reading the Zodiac Enjoying the fake fact About meeting the soulmate That seems somehow away From my life, or unavailable? Time fly
Victoria Mineva April 25, 2022 No Comments
choice
A Moment That’s A Little Off
Right this second… An inflammatory thought! An idea turned cold. If you want to torture a person just put him/her on your life schedule and
Andrey Lukyanov April 28, 2022 No Comments
association
Vocabulary-esque Part 1
What comes out of the human’s mouth could be lost in translation. Once it jumps from the lips and eclipses in the air, usually it stays
Andrey Lukyanov April 29, 2022 No Comments
People will never steal your education from YOU!
PEOPLE WON’T STEAL THIS FROM YOU
Some people may try to steal your money. Some people may try to steal your car. Also, some people might try to steal your land,
Walker Ikard April 18, 2022 No Comments
Books
The Final Page: Part 5 of 5 — Sina, 2121
A journey through the history (and future?) of books The Final Page is an exploration of writing through history and the future. Join me on
Kai Parker November 30, 2021 No Comments
Dogs
Breeding… The Vicar’s Way
A humorous story, passing down the generations in my family. The moonlight blue saloon drew up in the drive at 4pm one sunny Saturday by
This Life's Illusions March 6, 2022 6 Comments
Life
(P.S. poetry series) Bifurcation
Lower end extends through the basement of the bottom, higher top is in peak with the tallest mountain, Regional direction spreads across the silver coast,
Andrey Lukyanov August 16, 2022 No Comments
YOU WILL REAP WHAT YOU SOW!
YOU NEED TO LOVE EVERYBODY
There are a lot of things going on in this old world, that I don’t understand. Like look how we treat our brothers and sisters,
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 6 Comments
Dog
New Trick
The phone rang. Actually, it didn’t ring. It played that stupid “Who Let the Dogs Out” song. Jesse had made it do that, had downloaded
Tim McDaniel January 2, 2022 2 Comments
attraction
The Greatest Gig
Andrew tapped a button on his synth allowing the long bass notes to shudder down his spine. Shifting from one leg to another in a
Tanya Hall February 10, 2022 3 Comments
autumn
Autumn Peace
Autumn’s peaceful hue, a season of rest, A time for nature’s slumber; the earth is blessed. The trees, they stand tall, their leaves of gold,
Amy Christie October 11, 2023 No Comments
happiness
Create Your Own Reality
If it is true your thoughts and dreams create your reality. What type of reality would you create in your life. Now at this very
John Wimsatt December 3, 2022 No Comments
I am Edith
David woke up not knowing where he was. He panicked before he realized he was in a bed! Then he remembered, “David…. My son David!”
Keegan Meyer March 13, 2024 No Comments
Fiction
The Butterfly in Effect
The butterfly gains its wings After being consumed in a cocoon For days or weeks on end What sacrifice must’ve been made To be turned
Devyn Beal March 3, 2022 No Comments
“Answer What Calls: A pep talk”
“Writing is a calling. If you have it on your heart to write, that call is there for a reason.” Recently I heard Denzel Washington,
Vanessa Lewis March 4, 2024 No Comments
Art
The Incredible Piano
The piano was just incredible. It sat there in the middle of the art exhibition, looking oddly out of place. Plain and black, elegant but
Daniel Lyons October 13, 2021 No Comments
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town!
…in 359 days’ time I am one of those people who love Christmas songs and by that I mean listening to them a few weeks
TzeLin Sam January 1, 2022 2 Comments
Vocabulary-esque Part 2
What comes out of the human’s mouth could be lost in translation. Once it jumps from the lips and eclipses in the air, usually it
Andrey Lukyanov April 29, 2022 No Comments
Fiction
The Night At The Coffee Shop
I observed the customers walking into the coffee shop like an evening rush hour. The potent smell of brewing espresso lit my nostrils on fire.
Devyn Beal February 23, 2022 3 Comments
#women
Vibe Diva
As insane as it may seem I remember once I’ve had a dream, Pristine in every single aspect, all colorful and drastic, She appeared to
Andrey Lukyanov April 26, 2022 2 Comments
flash fiction
The Missing Doormat
“This is absurd!” My husband, Christopher’s voice had gone up a notch higher as he exclaimed. The receptionist kept repeating herself, “Sir, I’m sorry but
TzeLin Sam May 11, 2022 14 Comments
Christmas
5 Things You Don’t Know About Christmas in Malaysia
At the risk of sounding presumptuous, I might be the only Malaysian that you follow on Simily so today’s topic might be interesting to you
TzeLin Sam December 17, 2022 3 Comments
#she
To Love
She is the sunshine to my darkness She is the end to my beginning She is the medicine to my disease She is the journey
Kawthar al-asadi October 31, 2022 No Comments
Summer Rules
Stay out until the street lights come on, and the skeeters start to bite. Catch a few lightning bugs in your back yard, as you
Mollie Lyon May 31, 2022 2 Comments
autumn
Velvet Hope
Autumn love, a season of gold A time of change as stories unfold The leaves turn red; the winds do howl As love blooms, like
Amy Christie October 9, 2023 No Comments
Fiction
To The One I Used To Know
To the one, I used to know Thank you for your warmth and glow Many days were exceptional because of you The still of your
Devyn Beal March 7, 2022 No Comments
child development
Baby Talk
The excitement of watching and waiting for a child to speak – the patiently impatient ears and heart – the thrill of their first ‘almost’
This Life's Illusions March 14, 2022 6 Comments
dark
DON’T FEAR
This poem is more of a lullabye from a scene within my Novel—Diaries of the Missing Children: Carsa Rosain Cecil ——————- Don’t fear the dark Don’t fear
Saim Khurshid August 20, 2021 No Comments
confidence
A Shooter’s Conscience is the Key to Success
In basketball, there is a thing called the shooter’s conscience. This is when someone knows his or her capability and has full confidence that the
James Jordan March 16, 2022 No Comments
europe
Time Stands Still in Pompeii
I walked the path of gladiators, sailors, and shopkeepers from 79 C.E. Image of the author, Crystal A. Walker in Pompeii, Italy Entering the gates
Crystal Walker August 6, 2022 No Comments
BEAUTIFUL MOCKINGBIRD SINGING TO ME!
MOCKINGBIRD
Mockingbird, you’re high in a tree. You keep looking down at me. Do I know you? Do you know me? Mockingbird, you’re high in a
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
Iceland
I Was Almost T-Boned by a Fighter Jet – My Wildest Travel Story
All I wanted to do was bring my husband some damn spaghetti. Photo by PiPhoto by Pixabay from Pexelsxabay from Pexels Early in my marriage,
Crystal Walker July 10, 2022 No Comments
The End of School- Miss Story Twelve
Miss sat at her desk. The school year was winding down and hints of spring came hit or miss. One of her favorite students walked
Mollie Lyon September 25, 2022 No Comments
believe
Heart Garden
In my heart, a garden grows, A verdant oasis, wild and unhurried. Where love and joy abide, And sorrow does not reside. *** The petals
Amy Christie October 10, 2023 No Comments
Astronaut
Larry the Astronaut - Flash Fiction
Seriously, how the hell do you lose someone like Larry? The boy didn’t know the meaning of quiet. The last time she saw him, he
Kai Parker November 23, 2021 3 Comments
attraction
Blue Halcyon Days
Standing under a shimmering lampshade, Greg wasn’t sure this was a good idea. “It’s full of antioxidants and other vitamins. You know, all the good
Tanya Hall February 10, 2022 12 Comments
WHEN SOMEONE IN LIFE LEAVES YOU!
WHY DID YOU HAVE TO LEAVE?
I picked a lovely flower for you today. I placed a red rose on your grave. I thought of memories of a life spent together.
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
animals
Threesome
When I grow old Lady without stats I will own Three dogs Three cats And a home Husky Beautiful as a painted glass German Shepherd
Victoria Mineva April 10, 2022 No Comments
family
Catch That Fly
It was a warm afternoon in Cedar Hill, North Carolina. The time was 4:30 pm. 10-year old Jeremiah and his older brother 11-year old Roman
Gerald Washington February 20, 2022 6 Comments
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WALKER IKARD
Hello, I’m Walker Ikard. I wanted to introduce myself to the writing community. I’m the son of world famous, Osie Whitaker Ikard. Osie, along with
Walker Ikard January 28, 2024 No Comments
What would you need to live the good life?
LIVING THE GOOD LIFE
You can live a good life by being free to choose what and who you become in life. If you can choose your job or
Walker Ikard January 25, 2024 No Comments
archaeology
Squeaky Toy, the Teddy Bear Prince, July 24, and the Lure of Slag
Lady Ashleigh closed her eyes to the sunshine and strummed her lute. Her father, the duke, would not have liked the idea of his only
Tim McDaniel April 7, 2022 No Comments
TRY A LITTLE KINDNESS IN LIFE!
LITTLE THINGS IN LIFE COUNT
The little things in life always count. If you show a little kindness along the way, it will always be appreciated. It will count and
Walker Ikard April 11, 2022 6 Comments
ROADS OF LIFE
As I head down the roads of life, I can’t help but wonder if I will get it wrong or right. I know if I
Walker Ikard April 1, 2022 2 Comments
Black History Month
Black in Color
The melodies are playing our song Full of black in color Rich with shades of mahogany Smooth like ebony Sweet like the blackened berries In
Devyn Beal February 7, 2023 No Comments
animals
The Girl in the Windmill
Maartje van Dijk lived in a windmill. At the age of ten, her vater and moeder perished at sea, and she was sent to live
Wendy Nikel August 27, 2021 No Comments
Coronavirus
Seeking Amy
Later that afternoon I asked my wife what my daughter’s name was. She said, “Amy, silly”, and my only thought was to challenge her. “Are
Charles Bastille January 23, 2022 2 Comments
comedy
An Important Decision
You shift your weight from one leg to the other fully aware of the fact that it is a bad habit of yours to lean
TzeLin Sam June 5, 2022 12 Comments
Butterfly Wings
Nothing moves save for a butterfly, A whisper at the tip of its wings, Breaking the stillness of the night. Clouds part for the moonlight
TzeLin Sam October 3, 2022 2 Comments
Life happens to all of us!
MEANING OF LIFE
You start out young. You end up old. Where did all the time go? You spend all your money. You waste all your time. Then
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
conor
The Tale Of Yuri; Don’t Feel Insignificant
There was once a country in Europe. A country where a man called Yuri lived. Yuri was raised by hard working parents who wanted him
Conor Matthews July 16, 2022 2 Comments
contemporary fiction
Falling Off My Shoes (a very short story)
When Mr. Bingham asked, “Why did Nixon go to China?” I kept a straight face and raised my hand. He nodded to me. “Ms. Morgenstern?”
David Rodeback March 12, 2022 No Comments
inspirational
Paradox
3 Haikus The smoky scent of burnt flowers from a candle freshens up the room. —- Faded colors of air-dried blush pink rose petals brightens
TzeLin Sam May 15, 2022 11 Comments
beauty
He chose the moon
A short poem about love and beauty, or the beauty of love. … Her beauty was the moon Ageless. Pure. Endless. Serenely smiling Softly whispering
This Life's Illusions March 5, 2022 7 Comments
big bang
Story Choices
This entire story already exists, but you are only experiencing it one word at a time as you move forward through it. You could, if
Donald J. Bingle January 7, 2022 4 Comments
Ends
It’ll be gone soon, That’s no excuse for now. Just because it ends, Is no reason to rush. You can’t live your life, Years spent wondering how, You’ll go like
Conor Matthews July 31, 2022 No Comments