The Beginning At Last

Category: writing

  • No Theme Thursday (03/21/24)

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    Happy Thursday, everyone! It’s NTT time yet again! We’re coming off another stellar week of fantastic entries from one and all! My sincerest thanks to everyone for making this what it’s become. It’s because of you that it is so successful. 🙏 I’ve been trying my best to give everyone a wide variety of images…

  • NTT Challenge Entries (03/14/24 Edition)

    NTT Challenge Entries (03/14/24 Edition)

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    Hello, and welcome back to this week’s listing of the No Theme Thursday entries for 03/14/24! We had a ton of entries again this week, and also more new participants! I’d like to extend a hearty welcome to both Stephanie from Singing Gecko and Kymber Hawke from Story Spinner! It is an absolute pleasure having…

  • Complex

    Complex

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    If I had to pick one word, I think it would be “complex”. I guess we could say most humans are, but I don’t know that I could categorize myself as any one singular word beyond that. I’m not always happy, not always sad, not always angry, etc. Sometimes I am multiple things at the…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (11.1)

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    The remainder of Korv’s journey through Meadow Field was uneventful. There was a chill wind in the air, but the clouds had parted slightly and the sun shone down from above. Korv still felt a slight uneasiness, but it was more akin to the thrill one feels before an impending battle than a feeling of…

  • Best Boss Ever

    Best Boss Ever

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    I have received some very nice compliments in my day, but one of the nicest is when people have told me I am the best boss they ever worked for, anywhere. I don’t consider myself a cookie-cutter, Management 101 type guy. I know professional protocols, policies and all the buzzwords, but when I am working…

  • St. Paddy’s Sunday

    St. Paddy’s Sunday

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    Good day and Happy St. Patrick’s Day if you’re so inclined! Not much going on here, really. Not going to get caught up in the parade quagmire, drinking green beer or any of that. 😄 Tomorrow the hiring process begins for the new job, so I foresee a busy week ahead. Other than that, just…

  • Plane, Train or Automobile?

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    Because putting “bus” of “bike” in there would have thrown off the cadence. And ruined my slight movie reference. 😉 I mean, I guess it all depends on how you’re fixed for time, doesn’t it? If you have lots of time, and are athletically inclined, one could take a bike. If you like to see…

  • No Theme Thursday (03/14/24 – Updated)

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    Good day all, and welcome to this week’s edition of No Theme Thursday! Last week saw another great turnout, and as always, I thank everyone for partaking. Your creative spirits continue to impress! Much like last week, I am trying to deliver a cross section of images to please every palate. Hopefully, you can find…

  • Sounds Like Hobbies/Leisure To Me

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    This seems slightly reminiscent of the hobbies/leisure prompts from a month or two back. Ah, well…Whatever, eh? 😄 Things I can lose myself in are pretty much the same as ones I listed in those prompts. Playing guitar: I don’t do it as often these days, but when I do, time flies by. Writing/Creating Pictures:…

  • NTT Challenge Entries: 03/07/24

    NTT Challenge Entries: 03/07/24

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    Good day to all, and welcome this week’s roundup of No Theme Thursday Challenge entries! Again this week, lots of fantastic work from everyone, and new participants in the proceedings as well! My sincerest warm welcome to rugby843 and Aboli Mane! Very pleased to have you here with us! I know I say it every…

  • As Howlin’ Wolf Said…

    As Howlin’ Wolf Said…

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    …I ain’t superstitious. And for the metalheads: I don’t consider myself the superstitious type. I believe in the power of positive talk, vibrational matches, etc., but as far as superstitions, not so much. A black cat crosses my path pretty much every five minutes. I’ve probably walked under more ladders than I can count. And…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (11)

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    Korv awoke to a cloudy and windy morn in the village. Indeed, Mother Nature sounded fierce this day! As was his tradition, Korv made his usual brew, and went outdoors to soak in the morning. It moved his spirit and energized him for the day ahead. There has been a soaking rain the night before,…

  • Dear Emperor,

    Dear Emperor,

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    Dear G.Q. Rilla, As you open this letter on your 100th birthday (you still look fantastic, by the way 😉), you will be Emperor of the civilized world. You have probably just finished the meeting with your war council, where you finalized your plan to become the master of all time, space and reality. If…

  • Three Days, Three Posts

    Three Days, Three Posts

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    All in the freaking trash. What a waste of time. 😠 Not a goddamn thing worth salvaging. I am not one of those people who can sit down and do the act of writing without being inspired. I can’t trudge through it like a true author would. God knows I have tried, but that is…

  • Everything You Need

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    All under one roof! You sneaky little marketing devils…Trying to determine our shopping habits, eh? 😄 Personally, I do all my shopping at… Gorilla Mart! Yes, indeed, all your simian shopping needs conveniently located in one place. Need to do your grocery shopping? No problem! Gorilla Mart has a wide variety of fresh foods from…

  • Just Monkeying Around

    Just Monkeying Around

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    My pick for No Theme Thursday this week. Statistics. Outputs. Headcount. Tiresome. Annoying. Relentless. “No appreciation,” the gorilla thought to himself as he stared at the clock on the wall. “8:30. It’s only 8 freaking 30,” he said aloud in disgust. He had only been there two hours. It felt more like ten. 9:00 Teams…

  • No Theme Thursday (03/07/24)

    No Theme Thursday (03/07/24)

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    Good day, all! Another week, another edition of No Theme Thursday! Last week saw some new entrants, and also some folks putting their own spin on the theme (no theme?). It’s become a bit more free form, and I think that’s really, really cool. If you’ve been inspired to create, then mission accomplished! If there…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (10)

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    T’was yet another rainy morn when Korv awoke. It was a light, peaceful rain and he chose to wander outside to enjoy the cool, calming air. Korv truly enjoyed mornings like this. Slightly gray and quiet, with just a hint of sun peeking out from behind the clouds, reminding all that hope was always just…

  • NTT Challenge Subs: 2/29/24

    NTT Challenge Subs: 2/29/24

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    Good day to all and welcome back for yet another week of No Theme Thursday Challenge submissions! This week, we had a record twelve submissions for the challenge! And the coolest part is that we got some very unique takes. It’s becoming more freestyle and I think that is totally awesome! First, I would like…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (9)

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    Korv awoke early this day, for there was much to do! As always, he made his morning brew and enjoyed some quiet time reflecting. He had very much relished the time he had to recover, but now, Korv found his hunger to reenter the fight was slowly coming back. Aye, writing and creating were indeed…

  • This is Sparta!!!

    This is Sparta!!!

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    Well, ok… Not really. 😄 However, I could not resist a 300 reference to say thank you all for 300 follows!!! It’s been a very fun ride, and I sincerely thank everyone for reading, commenting and subscribing! Y’all make it an absolute blast! 👏

  • Quick Poem & An Update

    Quick Poem & An Update

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    You thought you had me down You thought you’d broke my will A sparkle in your eyes As you moved in for the kill Imagine your surprise When you felt the piercing blade The moment when you knew The mistake that you had made As you look into my eyes And see my bloodied grin…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (8)

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    T’was a light rain falling when Korv awoke. He had not slept well the night before and had to will himself to get out of bed, lest the temptation to stay there become too great. He made his morning brew, and decided to stand outside for a few moments and enjoy the quiet of the…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (7.1)

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    While he was relaxing after his training, Korv took some time to read the words of his fellow villagers. This was always an enjoyable portion of his day, as he often found inspiration, creativity and topics of deep thought to ponder. First, he read the words of Sir Edward the Guardian. Sir Edward was a…

  • To Sharpen the Blade Once More (7)

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    Korv awoke this morning with a slight chill in his bones. Mother Nature had decided to play a cruel prank on the denizens of the realm, it seems! Where the day prior had brought rains, the temperature had been moderate. Today, however, the temperatures had dropped drastically, and the winds gusted with the fury of…