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Submitted to Contest #317
The Stranger Who Walked AshoreIt was early Monday morning, and the air in the Big Yard was thick with the scent of salt and seaweed. The island was stirring, anticipation rippling through the residents like the waves against the dock. Today, the Fast Ferry was scheduled to arrive. Women swept the steps of their homes; fishermen returned from the night sea, hauling nets heavy with their catch; and children ran along the pristine beach, chasing each other toward the dock, their laughter mingling with the calls of the seagulls.The ferry, a glea...
Submitted to Contest #316
The Midnight WatchmanBy day, everyone in Willow Creek knew Raymond Holt as “Mr. Ray,” the tireless president of the Neighborhood Betterment Council. He organized block parties, led litter cleanups, and ensured every streetlight burned brightly. Children waved as he passed, neighbors nodded appreciatively, and visitors often marveled at how safe and vibrant the streets felt. To the residents, Mr. Ray was the reason their streets were alive with laughter, safe for evening strolls, and a place where families could thrive.But nighttime told a di...
Submitted to Contest #101
MALCOLM, THE CRAB CATCHER There are not many events in a person's life that could be considered life changing, but whereas one minute in a person's life does not define him or her, that one minute can most definitely change your life. I challenge you to sit back, and relax, as I tell you the story of a man who was a professional crab catcher. The man's name was Malcolm. He hunted and caught land crabs for a simple, unassuming living, and made a pretty good living by all standards. From this simple, unassuming livelihood, Malcolm developed ...
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