Epiphany

In "Epiphany," Evelyn Smith offers a pre-Christmas reflection, highlighting the virtue of waiting for true wisdom amidst the season's festivities.
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Christmas Past

Delve into the bittersweet nostalgia of "Christmas Past" by Chella Courington, as Adele and Tom navigate their first Christmas in a new house, haunted by ...
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Ice Cream Truck

In "Ice Cream Truck" by W. Roger Carlisle, the melody triggers a frenzy of desires. Explore the poetic journey of childhood longing, as the tantalizing ...
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A Woman Going Blind

In 'A Woman Going Blind' by John Grey, morning light reveals a world she can hardly recognize. As her eyes falter, her other senses awaken, ...
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Vita Affogato

Dave’s "Vita Affogato" captures the essence of life's flavors, intertwining vanilla, cocoa, and coffee into a vivid, delectable poem.
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Jordo

Dive deep into the haunting tale of "Jordo" by LaVern Spencer McCarthy as a young couple's fascination with a neglected butler-like robot takes a chilling ...
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Raggedy Ann

Discover the remarkable story of "Raggedy Ann" by Phil Temples, as a cloth doll defies the odds in the face of a tornado. The doll's ...
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Peace Sign

In "Peace Sign," Karol Nielsen reflects on the evolution of dreams, from Pulitzer aspirations to the quiet satisfaction of small achievements in life and writing.
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A REAL Visit from St. Nicholas

Thomas Harrison Humphreys’ "A REAL Visit from St. Nicholas" captures the magic and anticipation of Christmas Eve, as a child eagerly awaits Santa's arrival.
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