Snow Cream

Brenda Kay Ledford's "Snow Cream" takes us to a log cabin nestled in the Matheson Cove, where snowflakes and icicles adorn the scenery. Join the ...
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An Old-Fashioned Christmas

In 'An Old-Fashioned Christmas' by LaVern Spencer McCarthy, journey back to a time when sawdust floors, hallelujahs, and Santa's secrets filled the air. Delight in ...
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The Sorrowful Sweetness of Christmas Eve

In "The Sorrowful Sweetness of Christmas Eve," Marisa Frasca blends the sacred and the culinary, as the ritual of preparing an octopus on Christmas Eve ...
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The Creeping Creeper

In "The Creeping Creeper," Adesiyan Oluwapelumi explores the theme of impending mortality, urging readers to savor their solitude as they confront the inevitability of their ...
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14Juillet: 1789 —> 2022

Gerard Sarnat’s "14Juillet: 1789 —> 2022" captures the enduring impact of the French Revolution's Bastille Day on modern times. By linking historical events with recent ...
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Thanks-giving Time

In "Thanks-giving Time," Danielle McMahon humorously critiques the rituals and personas that emerge during the Thanksgiving season. From the pretentious politicking to the casual indulgence, ...
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One Trick Too Many

In "One Trick Too Many," R. P. Singletary reflects on a Halloween memory that remains unamusing. Recalling his first trick-or-treating experience, he describes the discomfort ...
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Introducing Mr. Death

"Introducing Mr. Death" by Jane Glasser offers a mesmerizing portrayal of Death, dressed in black with blue eyes reminiscent of Leonard Cohen. With evocative verses, ...
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Cameo

Sochukwu Ivye's "Cameo" unveils a poetic journey, where day and night converge, and the magic of love transcends time. Through lyrical verses, the poet celebrates ...
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