Down, down, down into the darkness of the grave comes to life a flower’s worst nightmare bloomed majestic and hand-picked by the gardener as a semblance of exquisite beauty its heart desired to end up in a vase brighten up an alley, a room, or somewhere be fondly placed maybe even become a reason to mend a fight or … Continue reading A Flower’s Worst Nightmare – Pallavi
bright red blood dripping nightmare flower; rose’s thorn petals raven black Painting by Donna Matthews with a Let’s Make Art Tutorial Donna Matthews started writing a couple of years ago when her children started leaving her nest. She enjoys writing poetry, prose, and short stories. In addition to writing, she also loves to read, paint, take pictures, … Continue reading Rose Thorns – Donna Matthews
“Come closer,” whispered the flower. He looked around, then said, “Hello? Is anyone there?" That, of course, should have been his first clue that something was not quite right. I mean that’s what they say in horror films, right? “Over here,” said the flower, softly. “Come closer.” He looked at the flower and shook his … Continue reading Midnight Flower – Georgiann Carlson
There’s not enough coffee in the pantry to poison the nightmare flower growing inside my mind this Monday morning - a menacing thought blooming in shadows. What phantoms creep in darkness, wakeful vigils watching through keyholes while moonless skies sway then give way to the quiet sun cheering for someone to hear? The sun is … Continue reading Nightmare flower – Phillip Knight Scott
Patricia Harris is a dreamer, crafter, gamer and digital artist who loves creativity in life. She is a devoted mom who can be found doing a variety of art when she isn’t penning poetry and writing words. For more from Patricia, check out Facebook or her blog.
she arrived one night from across the country in need of a new beginning a new home, a new school, a fresh start embraced easily as her demeanor was demure and inviting friends came easily her circle expanded quickly like spring blooming after showers changes arrived bringing pause to all surrounding her roots became exposed … Continue reading Nightmare Flower – Ian Perlman
Brave & Reckless 