On a distant satellite, a white, six-wheeled drill rig with the US flag etched on the side, trekked over hills and craters under the bright sun. Surrounded by dials and switches, Engineer Dana Anderson’s hands gripped the steering wheel and glanced at her monitor. Her space suit had several insignia, two on her shoulders and … Continue reading The Fourth Child.
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War of the Weavers Part 4
Fifteen minutes later, a black Chrysler minivan with tinted windows, swerves around the corner making screech marks that stained the concrete. Smoke rose from the spinning tires as it drove up to the street where Stacey's father impatiently waited. A small group inside the vehicle motioned for him to get in and zoomed off. Inside … Continue reading War of the Weavers Part 4
What Happens in Marriage…Phase 4
Keith: "Look honey, let me just say that you are beautiful. Everyday, I lay my eyes on you, I always find myself smiling because I feel lucky to have you next to me" Briyona (looking at him skeptically): "Really?" Keith (smiling): "Yes, you inspire me to go above and beyond. I don't want to shatter … Continue reading What Happens in Marriage…Phase 4
What Happens in Marriage…Phrase 3
Keith: "Uh...Bae...What in the world did you buy for $300?!" Briyona (flipping her hair defiantly): "The newest lace front wig! It's awesome! Looks like my real hair, doesn't it?" Keith (smacking his forehead and lowering his head): "Why in the hell would you spend so much money on fake hair? What's wrong with your real … Continue reading What Happens in Marriage…Phrase 3
The War of the Weavers Part 3
Stacey's father smiled with confidence as he straightened the neck tie on the collar of his three-piece gray and white striped suit. His gray and black hair glistened in the sun when he stooped to help his daughter up. A large grin crept across her face when she brushed her dad's face and felt the … Continue reading The War of the Weavers Part 3
The War of the Weavers: Part 2
Stacey blinked twice when she saw the burly, male with the burgundy pants and vest coming towards her because a black aura surrounded his body and a black, liquid substance filled the white in his eyes. As he drew near, she looked into the man's eyes that no longer seemed human and the savage grin … Continue reading The War of the Weavers: Part 2
What Happens In Marriage…Phase 2
Briyona: "Bae, what're you doin now?" Keith: "Typing...why? What is it?" Briyona: "I was wondering if you would buy me that new perfume set at Macy's? It's called, "Italian Zest!" Keith (scratching his head): "Don't you already have several perfume sets? Why do you need another one?" Briyona: "It's for our special occasion" Keith (grinning): … Continue reading What Happens In Marriage…Phase 2
The War of the Weavers: Part 1
Rush hour traffic tied up the highways with a sea of cars piled up on the freeway every Monday morning. The impatient drivers behind the wheel honked at each other and stuck out their fingers at the poor pedestrians trying to cross as they waited for the long traffic lights to change. One female in … Continue reading The War of the Weavers: Part 1
The War of the Weavers
Legend tells of three divinities born from three stars that display the blessing of power with a needle and thread. Hasina, daughter of the body, Arima of the soul and Teanna, of the mind. These three young women were the best weavers in the world. With the help of the heavens, they crafted the most … Continue reading The War of the Weavers
What Happens in Marriage….
Keith: "Sup, baby? Looking pretty sexy this morning..." Briyona (rolling her eyes and placing her right hand in his face): "Boy, don't even try! I just put this lil girl to sleep and now I'm tired, so leave me alone." Keith (smiling): "Don't be like that, bae. I was just commenting you on your figure. … Continue reading What Happens in Marriage….