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"Preparation vs. Panic: Pandemic Pandemonium"

by supham02

Over the past few days, the nation has been enthralled by coverage of the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus. Unfortunately, this coverage has facilitated the return of three types of individuals on social media. I do not feel either of these i...

1 Like | 0 comment | 122 views | Information | March 16, 2020

"The Face of the King-Part IV"

by supham02

Varrigan remained motionless for what seemed like an eternity, kneeling before the throne. It was one of His Majesty's favorite "games" to leave his subjects at his feet, waiting for an audience. Sometimes, they were left for ho...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 131 views | General | February 3, 2020

"The Three Fears"

by supham02

One night, I lay awake, thinking of my past, my present and my future. As I contemplated all I had done in my life, the mistakes I had made, the failures, and the dreams I once had, I became aware of a presence beside my bed. Th...

0 Like | 0 comment | 150 views | Short Stories | January 29, 2020

"Get Up!"

by supham02

You, yes you! YOU need to read this. I don't need reads or clicks. I need you to read this today and understand it. We've all been there. We've lost loved one, jobs, and dreams. There are times it feel...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 130 views | Creativity | January 28, 2020

"The Face of the King-Part III"

by supham02

The quiet village erupted suddenly with cries and shouts. "To arms, to arms!", some of the men shouted frantically. The Hand of the Throne had been seen just a few hundred yards away. The villagers were already dead, and the...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 116 views | Fantasy | January 24, 2020

"The Face of the King-Part II"

by supham02

His Majesty, King Florian Ver Aernorius, Father of the People, Guardian of the Sacred Trust, Keeper of Justice, etc., etc.. A bastard son of King Versenia, Florian was rumored to have poisoned his brother, the true heir to the thr...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 119 views | Fantasy | January 20, 2020

"The Face of the King-Part I"

by supham02

The column marched steadily along the dusty road as the bright morning sun grew warm. Silence reigned as each man, grim and silent, thought of his role in the upcoming engagement. Each man knew this was not to be a battle. Thi...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 140 views | Fantasy | January 19, 2020

"The Last Desperados"

by supham02

The shots continued to ring out despite the blackness of the night. In a small cabin near the Mexican border, Wes Holloway lay underneath a table as protection from the withering gunfire. He looked around with a grim smile. A few...

1 Like | 0 comment | 152 views | Realistic Fiction | January 8, 2020

"Santa’s Christmas Eve"

by supham02

Every year, on Christmas Eve, you probably get REALLY excited! You might listen to Christmas music, get cookies ready for Santa, or get your chores done extra early so you can watch Christmas movies! Have you ever wondered how Santa...

1 Like | 2 comments | 162 views | Fantasy | December 22, 2019

"In the Stillness of the Night"

by supham02

Long and weary is the road that leads to the end of the day. A cold, toilsome day has ended and the first gentle caress of sleep reaches for me. I fall silently into my bed, the warmth of the sheets and blankets envelopes my senses...

1 Like | 1 comment | 164 views | Short Stories | December 22, 2019

"Finally Home"

by supham02

When we met, you saw through me, past a fading smile veiled in darkness. You saw the sadness, the grief, and the longing. You wiped the tears and quieted the screams. You held my hand through the many nights I asked, "Why?" I never k...

1 Like | 1 comment | 153 views | Undefined | December 22, 2019

"Santa’s Gifted Elf"

by supham02

Once upon a time, long ago in Santa's workshop, a young elf named Stefan made toys for little boys and girls every year for Santa to deliver on Christmas Eve. Stefan wasn't just any toymaker. While he loved to make toy trains, stuff...

1 Like | 0 comment | 223 views | Fairy Tales | November 25, 2019

"A Feast of Nations"

by supham02

Fall, 1621 Hear the words that I, Assawetough, sister of the Wampanoag tribe say to you. I tell you now of the great feast that took place between our people and the English immigrants. I hope my words will someday be a testament of th...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 182 views | Short Stories | November 23, 2019

"The Three Demons"

by supham02

One night, I lay in bed, contemplating the stillness of the cool, autumn breeze that gently caressed the trees. As I began to drift between half-consciousness and sleep, I became aware of a presence beside my bed. Three beings stood before...

3 Likes | 2 comments | 221 views | Short Stories | October 15, 2019

"What to Expect When She’s Expecting"

by supham02

What to Expect When She's Expecting: A New Dad's Survival Guide Your significant other is pregnant and due at any moment. You've planned for this, you've got this. Your bags are packed and you're ready to l...

2 Likes | 0 comment | 241 views | Information | October 6, 2019

"How to Get Others to Do What You Want"

by supham02

The following article is based on principles found in, How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie. It is tempting to read the title of this post and think, "Wow, that sounds a bit selfish!". It may appear so, but...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 226 views | Information | October 4, 2019

"The Fire"

by supham02

He gasped for breath as he woke up in a cold sweat, shaking. It was the same nightmare. He swore he could still smell the smoke and feel the flames as he lay, trying to get a grip on reality. What would make them stop? He didn't know why,...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 215 views | Short Stories | September 26, 2019

"A Simple 9/11 Prayer"

by supham02

A prayer for this 18th anniversary of the September 11th, 2001 attacks: May we never forget who our enemy is and always remember our friends. May we always revere the dead while honoring the living. May we always be compassionate, but cauti...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 198 views | General | September 11, 2019

"Sinda the Singing Monster"

by supham02

Once upon a time in the land of Kanuku, there lived a three-headed, singing monster named Sinda. You’ve never heard of a singing monster, you say? That’s because they live very far away! Sinda was a very happy monster and she LOVED to s...

2 Likes | 3 comments | 267 views | Fairy Tales | August 6, 2019

"The Last Draw"

by supham02

Luke continued to stare at McCleod as he slowly approached. He bore into the man with an icy, hate-filled glare. While McCleod approached Luke imagined his death in a thousand ways, each more terrible and painful...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 264 views | Realistic Fiction | July 12, 2019

"The Untraceable Killer"

by supham02

First, allow me to say immediately that this post is informational and not a work of fiction. I apologize that it is not particularly riveting or attention-grabbing, but I feel it is necessary. There is an odorless, tasteless ki...

0 Likes | 1 comment | 220 views | Research | July 11, 2019

"I No Longer Live Here"

by supham02

I no longer live here, this is not my home. My failures haunt me in this place, bitter memories live and roam. I walk the hall and wonder when the laughter faded, never heard again. I felt so free, but had to return The pain redoubled,...

1 Like | 4 comments | 322 views | Poetry | July 9, 2019

"Lessons in Bloom: What Gardening Teaches Us"

by supham02

Those who know me well know that I greatly enjoy gardening. The dirt, sunshine, and flowers feel like home to me. This is the typical explanation I give those who ask why I like it so much, but there is a great deal more than that.�...

0 Likes | 1 comment | 323 views | Creativity | June 27, 2019

"Where the Mayflower Blooms-Part I"

by supham02

"Hurry up!" called the shrill, impatient voice of Lindy Morris. In a flash, four girls dashed through the doors of the old, red and white schoolhouse and onto the dirt road. The afternoon was bright and fair and spring was in full...

1 Like | 1 comment | 260 views | Realistic Fiction | June 25, 2019

"Reckoning of Blood-Part I"

by supham02

He could still feel the flames burning, searing his face and body as he stood motionless. The smoke rose and the orange inferno illuminated the night sky. 12 year-old Graden had returned from a successful hunt, eager to show his mot...

3 Likes | 3 comments | 284 views | Fantasy | June 21, 2019

"Silence"

by supham02

Deep, profound, everlasting. A dark room feeds the imagination, completely deprived of external stimuli. Scenes of the past play in the quiet stillness of night. Memories, decisions, hopes, and fears dance as shadows along the walls. ...

2 Likes | 1 comment | 289 views | Creativity | March 18, 2019

"Union of Rain"

by supham02

The day was chilly and overcast. I shivered slightly in my rented tuxedo, both from cold and nerves. The park was mostly empty, only five close friends sat in anticipation. I smiled as my eyes rested on the spot by the water where I h...

1 Like | 1 comment | 339 views | Poetry | February 20, 2019

"Sinda the Singing Monster-A Children’s Story"

by supham02

Sinda the Singing Monster Once upon a time in the land of Kanuku, there lived a three-headed, singing monster named Sinda. You've never heard of a singing monster, you say? That's because they live very fa...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 310 views | Fairy Tales | February 13, 2019

"When?"

by supham02

When was the last time you looked at me with love instead of contempt? When did your touch first turn cold? When did "I love you" become unbreakable silence? Complacency separated us and wounded pride destroyed us. The process was sl...

1 Like | 2 comments | 446 views | Poetry | February 7, 2019

"The Woman in the Hall-A Horror Story"

by supham02

How do you begin to describe a scene that makes your blood run cold? How can you envision pure terror? The events I'm about to relate are completely true. Don't make the mistake of not believing, as I did. In our neighborhood, it was...

1 Like | 2 comments | 482 views | General | February 7, 2019

"On the Road to Varina: A Witcher Story"

by supham02

The mid-afternoon sun was bright and hot. It was the kind of day that made bad men worse and good men lazy. A horse galloped along the grassy road, its rider paying no heed to the intense heat. He stared intently ahead of him, his sen...

1 Like | 1 comment | 386 views | Fantasy | January 31, 2019

"Fading Echoes-A Tribute to Victims of the Holocaust"

by supham02

My name is Binyamin. I am very weak, very tired. I do not know how long it has been since my last meal. I hope these words reach someone after I am gone, I hope the worlds finds out what happened here. My wife, my two daughters and I were b...

2 Likes | 5 comments | 295 views | Historical Fiction | January 30, 2019

"I Lift Up Mine Eyes"

by supham02

The tears may fall, but from eyes lifted ever upward. The Lord sees and knows my grief. My heart may break, but my soul will be at peace. He is my foundation, my only truth. The things I've built may crumble around me, but I will sit...

2 Likes | 1 comment | 416 views | Poetry | January 4, 2019

"Letter Home"

by supham02

The pages of the old letter were faded and weather-stained. The words were barely legible and the ink had run in spots. A grey-haired man held the paper in slightly trembling hands as his eyes became heavy. Moments later, the words fa...

1 Like | 2 comments | 503 views | Short Stories | January 2, 2019

"Of Squirrels and Apples"

by supham02

Earlier today, upon returning home, I witnessed a remarkable life lesson. As I was sitting in the car, my family and I noticed a squirrel with a small apple in its mouth climbing a tree. We all got a kick out of watching the small anima...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 419 views | General | November 19, 2018

"Blowback: A Star Wars Story-Part III"

by supham02

Tal stood beside the general and stared at the large screen. "Over the past three months", General Tonoris began, "a rogue special operations unit has been hitting seemingly random targets across the galaxy, killing both military personne...

1 Like | 0 comment | 241 views | Science Fiction | October 24, 2018

"Blowback: A Star Wars Story-Part II"

by supham02

Aboard the GR-75 transport ship three hours later, Tal stared expectantly at the blast doors to the general's quarters. He had reported to superior officers hundreds of times before, but something felt different. Tal knew the general from...

1 Like | 0 comment | 233 views | Science Fiction | October 20, 2018

"Blowback: A Star Wars Story-Part I"

by supham02

Captain Tal-Daris stared silently at the readout he had just received on his data pad. His face hardened and he curtly saluted the young corporal who had come to receive orders. "It will be two hours before we're on the ground", Tal-Dar...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 295 views | Science Fiction | October 18, 2018

"Lunga Vita Agli Assassini"

by supham02

Black night descends upon the crowded city. On a distant rooftop, seen by none and feared by all, a shadow runs silently and swiftly to his destiny. The darkness hides a grim smile beneath the ancient cowl. A purpose kept hidden, deeds...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 331 views | Short Stories | October 12, 2018

"Judge Me Not"

by supham02

Judge me not by what I owned, but what I gave. Judge me not by the way I looked, but the way I made others feel. Judge me not by the battles I lost, but the scars I earned. Judge me not for stumbling along the way, but for finishing my r...

1 Like | 2 comments | 271 views | Undefined | October 4, 2018