25.25 Apr. 30, 2010

"Throw me a rope, you bloody fool!"

He turned the corner slowly, his hands in his pockets. He looked so chill. He must not have seen me hanging on for my life.

25.25 Apr. 28, 2010

The Hazards of a Hot Summer Day

Julie sauntered down the lane, her bare feet slapping against the cold stone. Distracted by her iPod, she didn't see the glass bottle looming ahead.

25.25 Apr. 26, 2010

My apologies for the brief hiatus. Resuming the daily musings of my strange mind... now:

I go forth in Battle for my King!

We retreated to the golden city, behind the great walls and turrets. I thought we were giving up, but after resting and regrouping, we attacked!

25.25 Apr. 23, 2010

What a bizarre day at the ocean!

Once upon a sour lime in a mixed drink by the sea, a mermaid sauntered up and drank with gusto right in front of me.

25.25 Apr. 22, 2010

Crime ruins the Neighborhood

Jordan whistled as he surveyed the desolate streets. He hadn't been here in fifty years and he knew things wouldn't be the same, but... wow!

25.25 Apr. 21, 2010

Grinning in the Face of Danger

As the giant snake wrapped around his broad shoulders, she wondered whether she was mesmerized by its eyes or his. Either way, she was hooked.

25.25 for Apr. 20, 2010

Today's Soup Needs a Bit of Salt

Sighing, he slipped into the foamy water. Charles was alone in the biggest hot tub he'd ever seen. Unnoticed, the hungry shark advanced on him.

25.25 Apr. 19, 2010

Just Another Walk in the Shade

Jerry strolled down the cobblestone lane with his best friend of thirty years. He whistled and Tom chatted endlessly. Suddenly, shockingly, Tom pulled a gun.

Silly Limerick Sunday #7

You just made it angrier!

So spent we did stop for a rest.
Our mettle was put to the test.
A bear on the trail!
Our faces so pale...
Then John put a dart in its chest!

25.25 for Apr. 17, 2010

Go jump, headlong, into the fray!

The girls screamed. The suddenness caused me to tumble out of my seat... just in time to see a glass bottle whiz past my head.

25.25 Apr. 16, 2010

Toy Soldiers in the Stormy Sky

I flew higher into the atmosphere than ever before. I don't know what great spirit i angered, but I soon wished I had stayed home.

25.25 for Apr. 15, 2010

Four Guys sit on a Wooden Fence

His face turned tomato red and he swung his fists wildly. It only took one little finger on his shoulder to put him off balance.

25.25 Apr. 14, 2010

My Backyard of Rustling Trees

I swear I heard one whispering to another. they're out to kill me in my sleep, or at least cause me a branchload of trouble.

25.25 Apr. 13, 2010

When the sidewalk ends, keep on!

Jill became lost, following a butterfly several blocks. She was frightened until she saw a clearing... and her big brother making out with Ms. Witherspoon!

25.25 Apr. 12, 2010

Giant Sunflowers Stampeding

As he ran faster, all the vegetation suddenly sprang to life. his head swam and he swallowed. He wished he hadn't torched his neighbor's garden.

Silly Limerick Sunday #6

Fragile. Very Fragile. Do not touch.

a shop full of crystal and glass
was enjoyed by Miss Annabell's class
till Johnny yelled "Tag!"
I broke the rare hag
and we all got thrown out on our ass!

25.25 for Apr. 10, 2010

Just like her Mom's favorite quilt

The balloon rose slowly, higher and higher. Up and up. The little girl giggled with excitement. Then she gasped. How would she get back down?

25.25 Apr. 9, 2010

He's Actually a Prisoner of War!

That dangerous fellow, deep in the Milky Way, guarded by that hot tempered warden, is about to get parole. Beware the Man in the Moon!

25.25 Apr. 8, 2010

Wistful Memories for Popcorn

The Old Salt scrubbed the deck and listened to parodies of hit songs. The cows were on board for a tax break.
"Damn, stinky neighbors!"

25.25 Apr. 7, 2010

Shredded Mast on the High Seas

The Captain surveyed the horizon. He had to make for one of the small islands. But each had a reputation, and each would be dangerous.

25.25 apr. 6, 2010

Please Consult Owner's Manual

He revved the engine with reckless abandon, giving little thought to any harmful effect on the environment. Someone should have told him about alternative energy.

25.25 Apr. 5, 2010

Peanuts, Dogs, and too much Beer

He stepped up to the plate, laughing at the pitcher. He knocked the dirt off his cleats. Then he was quickly escorted off the field.

Silly Limerick Sunday #5

Well, this one isn t that silly, but it is a Limerick. here you go:

Why do bunnies hide eggs?

The rocks they did rumble and quake
Each bird did of sudden awake
Like a babe from a womb
He arose from the tomb
To cleanse us with grace from His Lake

25.25 Apr. 3, 2010

Little boy in Pin Striped Suit

Bells thundered as loud as airplanes. The birds stopped singing. No one spoke a word. A black fog descended. He would never see grandma again.

25.25 Apr. 2, 2010

Stupid Knight seeks Treasure

Bruised, bleeding, and short of breath, he ascended to the top of that great mountain only to discover that he could have taken the elevator.

Haiku of the Month

Alabaster of April

Bright shining flowers
Rising up across the earth
Tasty bulbs of health

Haiku of the Month

Here is the first in a new series, a Haiku to kick off the beginning of the month:

Alabaster of April

Bright shining flowers
Rising up across the earth
Tasty bulbs of health

In other news, I will be attempting to write 100 pages of script for the stage or screen this month as part of the worldwide effort known as Script Frenzy. I will post progress updates here.