Published in Gain inspiration·15 hours agoMember-onlyTake a NapFalling asleep while typing, reading, working, or playing. It might not be a good thing. Do something about it. Take a nap. A nap can help you re-energize and focus so that you can get back to work or play with a fresh perspective. It’s not just for kids. It…Short Story2 min readShort Story2 min read
Published in Gain inspiration·1 day agoMember-onlyBarking Up The Wrong TreeA young man named Thomas had an idea of how to make his fortune. He thought he’d try to start up a business selling various goods and services online. He went with great enthusiasm to put his plan into action. After much research and effort, Thomas made some progress in…Short Story2 min readShort Story2 min read
Published in Gain inspiration·1 day agoMember-onlyMay your wives be widows and your offspring be fatherlessThis phrase is an ancient Hebraic curse that wishes misfortune on someone’s family. It expresses anger and hatred and is not a prayer for good health or happiness. The person who utters this curse wishes that the target’s wife will become a widow and their children will be fatherless. …Carma2 min readCarma2 min read
Published in Gain inspiration·1 day agoMember-onlyIt Is NowThe future is coming. The past is gone. Stay in the moment! The future is coming, and the past is gone. That’s how life works — we can never turn back time, no matter what we wish for or try to make happen. But one thing that will always be…Storytelling3 min readStorytelling3 min read
Published in Gain inspiration·1 day agoMember-onlyThe Truth Behind Myths and Legends: How Real Life Events Are Enhanced and ExaggeratedMany of the myths and legends we know today were born from real-life events enhanced by bending the truth a little bit. Sometimes, these stories are told to cheer people up or make them feel more connected to their community. The lies become believable and accepted as fact when these…Storytelling2 min readStorytelling2 min read
Published in Writing Community·3 days agoMember-onlyNo No NoThat is not going to happen! I was going to do it. I told everyone I was going to do it. Then a clearer mind said…No, No, No. That is not going to happen! I have to take a break, a breather, if you will. So I stopped and thought…Short Story2 min readShort Story2 min read
Published in The Shortform·4 days agoMember-onlyNo No NoThat is not going to happen! — Short1 min readShort1 min readCreated by Larry Nowicki on imgflipNo No NoThat is not going to happen!----
Published in ILLUMINATION·5 days agoMember-onlyNo Matter What It Tastes LikeI will enjoy it I never expected to enjoy doing something as mundane as folding laundry, but it has quickly become one of my favorite activities. It may sound strange, but after a long day of work or school, I find folding laundry incredibly calming and soothing. …Enjoying Life3 min readEnjoying Life3 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·6 days agoMember-onlyFinding What Was LostNot lost but kept secret — Once upon a time, an old man lived alone in the countryside. He had many secrets, but none as grand and mysterious as his forgotten alchemical knowledge. He could turn lead into gold using only a few simple ingredients: heat and electricity, gravity, and magnetism. The old man kept this…Short Story2 min readShort Story2 min read
Published in Writing Community·Jan 22Member-onlyCould an Alchemist of Old Create Gold from Lead?Throughout history, alchemists have been seen as mysterious figures. Their reputation has been shrouded in superstition and mysticism, with some claiming they could create weapons of mass destruction or even turn lead into gold. But is there any truth to these wild claims? …Short Story2 min readShort Story2 min read
