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
Personal Narrative
Step into someone else's shoes and experience life through their eyes.
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EVER NOW AND THEN
We planned a pretty future. It was only yesterday. Two young hearts were parted and went a separate way. We lost a pretty future, don’t
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
friends with benefits
The Secret of “The Tragically Hip” Concert at “The Spectrum”: To this day, I don’t understand how no one noticed I was fooling around with one of our friends during the concert!
Since late high school, the people I had been friends with then and I were huge fans of “The Tragically Hip,” a Canadian band; I’ve
Robin Honigsberg July 4, 2022 No Comments
Crime
Laid Back
The light from the lamp shade was turning everything under its grip into a shadow silhouette on the wall of this room with the curtains
Andrey Lukyanov April 26, 2022 No Comments
choices
Nostalgy
Nostalgy is a matter Of letting something go It happens when you know The truth unspoken You do not fit there anymore In house, or
Victoria Mineva March 3, 2022 2 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
coffee time
Under the Rubber Tree
Each day I visit the village square, and each day the older men gather to pass time. Friends since school days, one by one they
This Life's Illusions June 17, 2022 27 Comments
THE GOOD ROAD OR THE BAD ROAD
Each person has two roads in life to choose from, the good or the bad. It is left up to each person which road to
Walker Ikard March 29, 2022 2 Comments
junk shop
A Dog Had Me Cornered in a Small Town Junk Shop
It seemed like any other thrift shop you’d find in a rural community. In small towns in Kansas and Oklahoma, they are called thrift shops
James Jordan February 4, 2022 1 Comment
frienship
Life is an Endless Endeavor
I’m no stranger to embracing the loneliness, while others enfold the light. I have no desire in seeking something that will only bring more pain.
Melissa Powers April 15, 2024 No 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
WRITING HIT SONGS
So, you want to write some hit songs that get recorded by famous singers in the music business. Where do you start? How do you
Walker Ikard April 12, 2022 No Comments
age
More
Inspired by: Inner Beauty Lie on my WattPad poems collection “Moment of Silence” I am closer to forty With one cycle, more Last year I
Victoria Mineva March 9, 2022 2 Comments
angel
Lavender Angel
In fields of lavender, where the sun glows A purple angel descended, her wings did show Her robes were flowing like a river’s stream And
Amy Christie October 9, 2023 No Comments
Poem
Becoming Loneliness
For so long, I have fought this never-ending battle To free most people and me from the loneliness and hassle Lately, it feels like a
Gerald Washington May 20, 2022 6 Comments
confidence
You Are What You Say You Are
You Are What You Think “I am a good writer.” What do you think when you read those words? The first time I heard someone
James Jordan February 20, 2022 3 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
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
cartoon
After Not Having Sex in Three-and-a-Half Years, the Adult Cartoon Character Sterling Archer is Becoming Hot: Very soon I’ll start fantasizing about having sex with him instead of with human beings
It’s been about three-and-a-half years since I last had sex, and that was the last time that a human being I wasn’t related to touched
Robin Honigsberg July 13, 2022 2 Comments
diary
Dear Diary, In Nature I Trust
I immersed myself deeply into river streams, took in the breath of mountains and got lost in the winding labyrinth of tree roots. I saw
Franzi Kinzel March 22, 2022 No Comments
SONGS ARE IMPORTANT TO ALL OF US IN LIFE!
SONGS ARE IMPORTANT
The world needs great songs that present messages for people to hear. People are searching for so many things in life. A songwriter can always
Walker Ikard April 1, 2022 2 Comments
To Fart, or Not to Fart?
The turmoil of deciding to keep the butt cheeks clinched or let it rip when trapped on a plane. Photo by Samantha Gades on Unsplash
Crystal Walker January 30, 2022 2 Comments
Tornado
The Tornado That Never Came
I was in 2nd grade at (what felt like a big school) Lincoln Primary School. It was a beautiful sunny day in Leland, North Carolina.
Gerald Washington February 4, 2022 No 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
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
YOU CAN’T GO BACK IN TIME
People say you can’t go back in time. So, you need to try to get your ducks in a line. You need to tell people
Walker Ikard April 25, 2022 2 Comments
#mentalhealth
Where There Is Light
Where there is light, I endeavor to go. Even a tiny steam in the crack of a heavily paneled wall–I will welcome. A drop I
Heather Martin January 13, 2022 8 Comments
comedy
One Sucky Writer
Flash fiction based on real-life, damn it * * * She stared at her screen. Again. No sales. Damn frustrating. Over one thousand people on
Kai Parker December 8, 2021 14 Comments
Egypt
The Nile, Egypt — Where I’d Take My Partner To
Eat your heart out, Cupid. This blue-eyed Cleopatra knows how to treat a Valentine. Photo by Spencer Davis from Pexels I’ve soaked my arthritic bones
Crystal Walker February 6, 2022 No Comments
#Instagram
Instagram Is Home Of The Celebrity ImpersonatorThe celebrity you think messaged you is really a scammer
Instagram is home to celebrity impersonators; I’ve gotten messages from several celebrities I follow. They all follow a script, literally. All the initial messages have
Robin Honigsberg September 27, 2022 No Comments
personal narrative
The Contact Lens Battle
Contacts will be the coolest thing to have, or so I thought. The actual experience was something I never expected or was taught. I’m in
Gerald Washington May 20, 2022 4 Comments
europe
Interesting Locations Around Dublin, Ireland
These are the strange things I’m learning about before I explore “The Big Smog.” Photo by Gregory DALLEAU on Unsplash I’m about to embark on
Crystal Walker August 14, 2022 No Comments
I Think of Trees Personified
I think of trees personified, realizing a birch tree is the dead uncle of a maple come back as a ghost. To haunt or comfort–it’s
Heather Martin January 25, 2022 1 Comment
finding happiness
Make some room
The more I see The more I chose, The more I act, The more I lose. Lose what though? I lose what’s meant to be
The Lazy Bookista Writes July 4, 2022 No Comments
advice
Episodic Writing vs. Mythic Arcs
A Vintage Blog Post About Writing and Attention Spans Now, I’m not a writer for television (though I’m available–call me, really), but I’m an avid
Donald J. Bingle July 24, 2022 No Comments
TIME WON'T WAIT ON ANY OF US!
TIME ROLLS ON
Each person has their day in the sun, so to speak. But time keeps rolling on. You can’t stop time, no matter what you do.
Walker Ikard April 1, 2022 1 Comment
The Land of Clouds
It is a time of endless possibilities, A time of new beginnings and a new hope. Youthful exuberance lies abundance, You and I, together with
TzeLin Sam July 7, 2022 19 Comments
Faith
Inspirational Art with Everyday Messages: Heaven’s Gate Book 1
Introduction Welcome to my collection of inspirational pictures, writings, and more. I want to thank everyone who contributed to its creation: some through photography, others
Bernadette O'Leary-Malcolm December 19, 2021 No Comments
Do you believe in ghosts or spirits?
ARE SPIRITS OR GHOSTS REAL?
People have been talking about spirits or ghosts, since the beginning of time. There have been so many accounts of spirits seen all around the
Walker Ikard March 29, 2022 2 Comments
#miscarriage
Platitudes
At nighttime I still feel youthe way you favoured one side of my bodynestled up against my sigmoid colon.I laughed at my lopsided belly.I can
Julia Marsiglio January 24, 2022 9 Comments
desert
Growing Against All Odds
The desert of West Texas is barren and bleak, particularly now just before spring. There are beginnings of buds appearing on plants, but it is
James Jordan March 5, 2022 1 Comment
#escape
Summer cliche
Today I allowed myself to escape my thoughts and just admire the beauty of nature. Just me, sitting in the shade of the tree, on
The Lazy Bookista Writes June 28, 2022 No Comments
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
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
coming out
My Place, My People
I never knew the fear, the hate, the hurt. It was not my place. Stand proud. Stand united. Stand by the side and watch. It
Kai Parker November 23, 2021 9 Comments
Matchmakers | Chapter 8 | The Cat-Loving Ted Bundy Doppelganger
Photo by KoolShooters from Pexels After a peaceful day at work yesterday, Maisie peels her eyes open and extends out a shaky stretch feeling ready
Crystal Walker March 9, 2022 No Comments
MAN WAITED TOO LATE TO LOVE HIS WIFE!
THE SILK UPON HER GRAVE
Now he unfolds silk upon her cold, cold grave. He is giving her the dresses that her young heart once craved. While she was living
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 1 Comment
aging
A Kimo For My Young Mother
This poem is a Kimo — the “haiku of Israel.” Running through the woods–family dog ahead.Laughing, my hand reaches yours.Mother–you are still young. There was
Heather Martin February 2, 2022 2 Comments
cozy
That magical moment
That magical moment when rain drifts on my window And I can feel it on my skin, That magical moment when all is clear and
The Lazy Bookista Writes June 26, 2022 No Comments
grief
Love Remains
So many of us know the pain of losing a loved one. I write in empathy with you. Whilst everyone’s hurt is different, that we
This Life's Illusions March 17, 2022 14 Comments
Loner
When do I see you again?
Valery was on a walk. She hated crowded places. That was the reason why she usually went out into the night. The streets were empty
Victoria Mineva February 26, 2022 No Comments
happiness
Dylan’s Definition of Success is Mine Too
Everyone wants to be a success. Everyone chases it, but few know what it means. It could mean being happy and content. There are poor
James Jordan February 25, 2022 2 Comments
feel good
Those happy eyes
Those happy eyes of yours are all I need When all around me seems to crumble and deceive. When times are tough and trouble pours,
The Lazy Bookista Writes June 27, 2022 2 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
character
Mori Monologue – Choosing reality
Dana walked on the foggy streets toward her daily work. Her phone rang, and she picked it up discontented. She listened to music with her
Victoria Mineva March 12, 2022 No Comments
desert
On The Road in the West Texas Wilderness
Small Towns, Murals, and Statues and searching for cheap motels This is a travelogue of sorts as we make our way from Kansas to Big
James Jordan February 28, 2022 No Comments
Alone
My Mother Broke Her Hip And Had Surgery Today: I wasn’t allowed to be there, but my sister was…
Being estranged from my family means I’m never told anything. But this time, it was serious. My mother fell and fractured her hip Tuesday night.
Robin Honigsberg July 18, 2022 No Comments
I Went Free
I didn’t want to quit. I’m not a quitter, but there is that old adage about insanity. I stayed on, but went to the free
Mollie Lyon November 27, 2022 No Comments
5 Types of People That You Will Meet Online
Disclaimer : This article is for entertainment purpose only and is not meant to offend anyone. Hello. I am Tze Lin from Malaysia. You can
TzeLin Sam December 27, 2021 15 Comments
Depression
The Days When The Light At The End Of The Tunnel Dims To A Mere Pinprick: Depression extinguishes the bright light of life
Depression is invisible. No one sees the darkness permeating, invading the deepest corners of my heart, mind and soul. No one sees the darkness poisoning
Robin Honigsberg July 15, 2022 No Comments
ex-boyfriend
I’m Not Your Hooker, You Ass! But you can leave money on the nightstand for the services I provided
One of my ex-boyfriends, Ben*, a selfish, controlling ass who wouldn’t let me have a say in anything we did together, thought it was okay
Robin Honigsberg November 7, 2022 1 Comment
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
The Man Who Wears the Sun on His Face
A certain amount of preparation needs to be done before I decide to wear the sun on my face. Sooner than I can synthesize my
Shainin Pillay March 5, 2024 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
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
changes
Until when I hide?
Living in secret Until when I hide? Between the excuses Of having no time Or maybe was the dearest Blindside of mine Saving the merit
Victoria Mineva March 5, 2022 No Comments
Storm Of Grief
The affliction suffered has decayed the body Taking within, killing the inside slowly Once a warrior, now unable to stand Tightly holding on to dignity
Ellysa Greenhalgh February 5, 2022 1 Comment
#baby loss
Your Flesh from My Flesh
Everything you were was firsta part of me. You seeI carved your flesh from my flesh—all that life turned to hope—turned to death.And I held
Julia Marsiglio November 26, 2021 10 Comments
betrayal
Nostalgic
Today I feel Nostalgic in some way. It is like the tattered garment of an old love. It has emotional value but is covered with
Victoria Mineva March 13, 2022 No Comments
Your dreams can get you through life!
DREAMS
You can have a dream that will carry you through life. It will get you to your next day. You can dream of a better
Walker Ikard January 25, 2024 No Comments
cicadas
Thoughts of Summer
Evening warms over, subtle and calm, as I look out back. My eyes meet the woods. There is a soft breeze. It moves me. Makes
Brittany Johnson December 4, 2021 No Comments
Today the Wind Blows
My thoughts are blown by the wind today Into eddies of dust that sometimes reach the sky. Occasionally flitting along the ground before disappearing How
Jackye Smith June 13, 2023 No Comments
accuse
If Someone Claims They Attempted To Commit Suicide, Never Accuse Them Of Lying Unless You Have Proof
Don’t be an asshole, keep your insults to yourself, and at least pretend to be a kind human being
Robin Honigsberg March 7, 2022 No Comments
PEOPLE SPEND A LOT OF TIME BEHIND FOUR WALLS!
TALKING TO THE WALLS
Tonight, I am so lonely, downhearted as can be, with four walls and the ceiling that can’t talk back to me. But I pour my
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 3 Comments
Hardwired.
I am hardwired to self destruct I am hardwired to self believe I am hardwired to self sabotage I am hardwired to self help We
Ellysa Greenhalgh August 17, 2021 No Comments
NOTHING TAKES THE PLACE OF YOU
The heavens, they glow. The rivers, they flow. The sun shines through the trees. The birds sing in the still of the night. But nothing
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
Midway
When I was little, I would visit this beach with my parents. Nothing was exciting about it: no boardwalk, no shops, no amusements, no games.
Lilith Waters June 28, 2022 3 Comments
THE ADVICE OF AN OLD MAN!
YOU’RE JUST GOING AROUND ONE TIME
Today, I met this old man of yesterday. His shoulders were bent, and his hair was gray. He said son, don’t lag behind. You’re just
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 2 Comments
Open Letter
Dear Brain, WTF is Wrong with You Now?
The crazy dreams are back. I thought we settled this! Photo by Vladislav Muslakov on Unsplash Hey there brain, Let’s just cut to the chase.
Crystal Walker February 1, 2022 3 Comments
Fact Follows Fiction
photo by author When I finished my Fact or Fiction with Rescue, I planned to write about an incident the week before. Life gets in
Mollie Lyon April 17, 2023 1 Comment
The Sea Began to Foam
It’s a chilly morning on the beach. The sun comes up slowly, a low-lying fog rolls away as the light grows. The sea looks calm
James Jordan May 23, 2022 No Comments
box
Present and Promise: A Mostly True Story
I wasn’t expecting anything. Yet, there it was. The unmistakable drone of the … well … drone dropping a package on the front stoop. I
Donald J. Bingle January 7, 2023 No Comments
We're all living in the fast lane!
LIVING IN THE FAST LANE
We’re all living in the fast lane today. We run day in and day out to get ahead in life. You know we can’t seem
Walker Ikard January 25, 2024 No Comments
Magic
My Very Own, Very Real Experiences With The Supernatural And My Unique Abilities— Part I
I’ve been fascinated by anything supernatural, unworldly or inexplicable/unexplainable for as long as I can remember. I had my first of many paranormal experiences long
Robin Honigsberg July 1, 2022 No Comments
Depression
Depression is a Mind FuckMy family rejected and abandoned me because of my mental illnesses
I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling, trying to figure out my feelings. I checked the time. Ugh — 1:00 pm. I can’t decide
Robin Honigsberg September 27, 2022 No Comments
devotional
The Love of a Dog, and the Love of God
I have had a lot of dogs over the years. My favorite one passed away a couple of years ago and I still miss her.
James Jordan February 5, 2022 5 Comments
broken promises
An Inside Look At Depression:What it’s really like to be depressed
I’m depressed. You want to know what it’s like to be depressed? I’ll tell you. It hit me on August 1, 2022, when I got
Robin Honigsberg August 5, 2022 No 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
Mental health
I need to be left alone
I need to be left alone. That’s all. There’s nothing wrong. I’m not upset, and I don’t want to explain. There’s nothing to explain anyway.
James Jordan February 1, 2022 4 Comments
#beherenow
The Miracle of the Present Moment
Who you are is not who you were or who you might be. Who you are is not a product of past regret nor a
Heather Martin January 24, 2022 6 Comments
Alone
Ashes
Where were you When I found myself drowning Caught in the riptide of Unpopular opinion? My only crime Being who I am Walking my particular
Jackye Smith July 17, 2023 No Comments
essay
I Think It Is Time
I think it is time for another Simily story. Time to see what Simily holds. Time to add to “The Fresh Rack” or to build
Andy Spears September 4, 2022 No Comments
YOU’RE THE SUNSHINE AT THE END OF MY DAY
I have lived through troubled times, when I was down to my last dime. I have seen cloudy days, when the sun wouldn’t shine. A
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
Life
I Cannot Do Puzzles Anymore
While cleaning my study last weekend, I found a block puzzle that I used to spend hours playing when I was a kid (see picture
TzeLin Sam June 21, 2022 8 Comments
ancient sayings
Sunshowers
I’ve never forgotten the day I saw it rain on a beautiful day, with the sun out. I think I was six or seven when
Gerald Washington July 6, 2022 7 Comments
I WON’T HAVE TO HURRY
One of these days if I make it to heaven, when my life on this earth is over, I’m gonna sit down and visit with
Walker Ikard March 30, 2022 No Comments
adhd
ADHD And How It Affects My Writing:The difference between when my medication works and when it wears off
Being a writer with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be extremely difficult; focusing on making sure my article is written as a coherent and smooth read
Robin Honigsberg August 16, 2022 No Comments
Back to School
The First Day Of School Jitters
Yesterday, I got two video messages from a sweet little soul that I see as my niece. Her grandma and I met on a Christian
Gerald Washington August 17, 2022 2 Comments
I Said “Goodbye” to My Inner Princess
Then I learned how to be a tough woman. Image by Pezibear from Pixabay Laying in my bunk rack, my muscles throb from the endless
Crystal Walker February 4, 2022 2 Comments
Growing up
I Want Normal -A Poem from High School Days-
(Photo Cover Credit- Myself) —– I love to be myself, but at school I seem different than everyone else. I don’t mind the clothes I
Maryandra Barker March 23, 2022 1 Comment