Category Archives: Mostly Micro

The Eagle and the Crow

Posted on October 21, 2023 by crispina kemp

“That’s it, I’ve had enough,” said the crow. “But you’ve barely begun,” the eagle screeched. “How many fields have you stripped?” “I’ve stripped my share. I’m not as young as I seem.” “You’re not old. Were you here before those … Continue reading →

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CCC257: The Tides of Time

Posted on October 12, 2023 by crispina kemp

When Eadgyth returned from her pilgrimage to Jerusalem one memory of that land stood out the loudest. The huge, stone-built castles. She tried to describe them to her brother and sisters. But they had never seen and couldn’t envision them. … Continue reading →

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CCC255: All’s Fair

Posted on September 28, 2023 by crispina kemp

But Gerald, I don’t understand what’s wrong with the new garden seating. Just…just…just LOOK at them! I thought you’d like them. You’ve always said how much your enjoy the fairground rides.

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Exhibits At An Exhibition

Posted on September 9, 2023 by crispina kemp

“Stirling!” he said. I said, “What? You can’t be serious. But that is crap.” “Au contraire, my currant bun,” he said. “That reaches the highest pinnacle of artistic expression.” I looked again at the exhibit, corralled as it was within … Continue reading →

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CCC251: Crispin’s New Job

Posted on August 31, 2023 by crispina kemp

Crispin was delighted with his new job. A chance to expand and experiment with his creativity. But now on his second day the boss has called him into his office. “Crispin,” he says, “I fear you haven’t quite grasped the … Continue reading →

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CCC248: Thor and the Frost Giants

Posted on August 10, 2023 by crispina kemp

Ståle hurried his wife and children. They had to seek safety, the storm was approaching. Coming closer. Closer. Growing louder. Louder. Crash. Thump. Clash. Colliding. Rumbles and grumbles. It was Thor, to be sure, stomping across the land, his chariot … Continue reading →

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The Stolen Sun’s Chariot

Posted on August 5, 2023 by crispina kemp

I don’t often discuss my writing projects but this one’s only just begun. There are two brothers, gods, one is all high and mighty and full of light, while the other hides in dark places, like beneath tree roots and … Continue reading →

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CCC247: I Cannot See

Posted on August 3, 2023 by crispina kemp

Strange to see a willowy woman amongst the ruins And dressed in what looks like wedding-wear A photo shoot maybe? Ah, now a young man appears Not for a wedding dressed Perhaps it’s his Sunday Best? And a priest…is that … Continue reading →

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Mildred Names Her Animals

Posted on June 25, 2023 by crispina kemp

Every creature, great or small, pet or wild, Mildred named according to what she deemed their characteristic. Her cat was Scratchy from back in the day when she was a kitten. The neighbour’s dog was Debacle (go figure it). The … Continue reading →

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Since Doris Retired

Posted on June 10, 2023 by crispina kemp

Tired Doris slumped down on the sofa Coat still worn Shoes kicked off Tired Too tired even to yawn Yet she yawned the same Tired And she’d still the supper to cook Had she no microwave meals? She was too … Continue reading →

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