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Kaleidoscope

February 2, 2016 4 Comments

Kaleidoscope

By Lisa M. Scuderi-Burkimsher

Lawrence’s first novel hit the book stores. He was proud of his accomplishment, and decided he wanted to try his hand at a short flash, just like his favorite author Ernest Hemingway did with his famous six-word story.

Lawrence pounded the keyboard with his large fingers. His pen holder and coffee mug rattled with tremendous force, while piles of paper were thrown on the floor, inadequate. He stood, stretched his arms, and paced his bedroom in deep thought. He stared out the window and watched the bustle of city life. Finally, the words came to him.

Earth, a kaleidoscope of fusion.

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  1. Anarita Botelho says

    February 2, 2016 at 9:38 am

    Loved it! Surprising ending!

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  2. Cath Barton says

    February 2, 2016 at 10:35 am

    Great work!

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  3. Barry O'Farrell says

    February 2, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    We can all identify with this.

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  4. Bobby Warner says

    February 2, 2016 at 8:48 pm

    Nice imagery!

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