Category: Random
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Ground Control

The stars were barely visible from the Classified Space Station due to the light from the Sun appearing over the curve of the Earth. “That is not the Sun.” the friendly on-board computer corrected. “What is it?” I typed. “Ground Control terraforming.” Computer replied. “The Sun is currently behind you.”
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Flattery

One’s face blushes not so much with the flattery shown in the delicate lines, but by the fact that even with one’s face hidden by lack of features, one’s nose is most clearly and prominently visible.
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The Look

She had a strange look Cold, angry, bitter and fierce And a heart of stone If she looked at you the wrong way, you would know about it. But luckily, only for a split second or two, when you’d then make a nice lawn ornament. Best to stay on her good side… if you can…
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Questioning Reality: Watt’s flat?

Questioning Reality is an occasional series and is a complete work of fiction. The views contained herein are nothing whatsoever to do with the author, and instead are based on the views of the character ‘Thom’. Thom is a fifty-year-old gardener who likes talking to begonias. Although, she may be a twenty-eight-year-old secretary who sings…
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Abstract Anemone

The Abstract Anemone dazzles its prey by a display of light from deep within its well-lit murky lair. It’s more of a fish than an anemone, hence its name, but it has four flippers that instantly change into claws when the need arises. It’s not friendly but has no teeth. This is where my blank…