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Hi zakynthos. Did you read the linked The Guardian article? I hoped it explained my motivation to write this poem. I loved Wind of Change but didn't want to listen to it anymore because, as Claus Meine, the Scorpions' lead singer and the song's author, said, it romanticized Russia. He wrote the song under the impression of 'perestroika', which expressed his hopes for a peaceful coexistence and friendship with Russia. After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, this hope was destroyed, and he changed the lyrics, which I thought was very brave. Not every fan agreed with him. Thank you for reading my poems and commenting.

Thank you to everyone involved for making the poetry anthology possible, even though the number of readers is probably small.

#1 Ode to Red Felis catus is your taxonomic nomenclature; your progenitors arrived on the settlers' boats. Today you sport toe and ear tufts as well as thick, long coats; you were perfectly formed by harsh climates and nature. When you sink your claws tenderly into my belly, and your infectious purr vibrates throughout the entire room, it easily expels hopelessness and gloom; I choose stings over the horrid news on the telly. The poem wa

These poems reflect my jumpy mind. Give it a try.

Congratulations, Jeff!

Do you have one? Or two? Mine is too cringeworthy to tell... PT Prompt #333 You or your main character are/is invited to a motto party. The motto: Childhood heroes. Who is their childhood hero? Is it difficult to create the costume? What’s the reason for the party? Write their story in as many words as you need, but do not just answer the questions; just saying.... PT Prompt #334 It’s a wedding party, not necessarily the protagonist’s. A relative entertains everyone with embarrassing stories about them and their childhood hero. What to do? Hiding or owning it? Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

And what do you think today about it? Was it gruesome or good for you? I had to read other stuff, naturally, like Goethe's Faust, Heinrich Heine's Loreley, Frankenstein etc...

Well, I loved it. Be not afraid of greatness: some are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them.’’

And there is a sleepwalking penguin in my post... .

Doesn't everything involve waffles, or tea, or coffee, or anything breakfast around this time, my time, of the day? Anyway, flash fiction is a very short, complete story between 500 and 1000 words.

Soon we will switch to summertime/daylight saving time and have to get up one hour earlier. There are those people who love it; they jump out of bed with a bright smile. And then there’s me, my dragon, the cats, and the dog, who start the day more or less sleepwalking. What about you? This time, we will write about the problems the switch causes. PT Prompt #329 Every clock adjusts itself to the right time. Every clock? No, the one your protagonist always uses shows the old time. They remember to change to summertime, but sadly, in the wrong direction. A day of horror ensues. Or not? PT Prompt # 330 Celebrate the new season, either with a poem, a song, or a short flash fiction piece. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsqlXkkEKxI Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

killer legs: ergo... no virtual brownie points for me. 😪

Once upon a time, my friends and I played this game where you had to draw something, and the other group tried to guess the subject, film, saying, etc. So, I thought we could draw with our words this time. PT Prompt #325: Draw a well-known movie title without actually naming it, linking it, or using any other electronic tricks. Just your words. No AI. Who guesses right and earns virtual brownie points? PT Prompt #326: Next one: Draw a song. Humming is allowed. Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

Officially, I’m off until March, just dashing in to prompt you. PT Prompt#319: Ari cleans up their wardrobe. After a while, they sit in the middle of the ‘to keep and ‘to donate’ piles, clutching a woolen, bright blue knit hat with tears running down their face. Tell the hat’s story PT Prompt#320: First line: “This tastes like shit!” Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

I wish you all wonderful Holidays. This wolf needs to sleep. See you next year.

Thank you all for picking up the gauntlet.

Yesterday, I went to work forgetting the thermos with my Advent Calendar tea; no biggie, but it was an uncomfortable bus ride. Nothing to do with my hands, cold, and I noticed lots of people wrapped up in scarves, hats, and whatnot, even though it wasn’t that cold, which resulted in sweating humans. Eew. Now, I want you to write about everyday mishaps. PT Prompt #316: Alex forgot the salad they promised to bring to the potluck party at work. While it’s standing perfectly seasoned and wrapped in cellophane in the fridge at home, they have to improvise, quickly. No store-bought dishes allowed. Tell us how Alex works around it. PT Prompt#317: A.J. lost his phone. When he calls, the police answer. Explain. Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

Late as always. Loved the interview. Can't wait to read the projects...

Do you sometimes wish you had another job, apartment, car, family, or lived in another country? The list is probably endless and different for everyone. PT Prompt #312 Someone wakes up in the morning, and it seems the fairy godmother has granted them their greatest wish. What is it and what are the consequences? More importantly, are they happy? PT Prompt #313 Someone visits a magical movie theatre where they can watch how their life would be if they’d taken the roads they always regretted not taking. Please include the prompt number either in your story/chapter description or title to help readers who would like to search for specific prompts. Also, please remember that stories less than one thousand words must be posted as part of a collection. If you check the subgenre ‘prompt’ in your story tags, then people/readers can find everything here: https://gayauthors.org/stories/browse/subgenre/prompt/

This is me throwing darts at a numbered list of genres and subgenres. All totally random.

With this story, you gave voice to the uneasiness I always feel whenever I see an established plant, be it a perennial or a tree, being relocated. Thank you.

Oh, good. I still have some reading to do.

I might have kinda thought of you when I wrote it. And how well it turned out.

The other commenters said it all, so I just want to thank you for writing a tale that made me happy and smile. I was never a fan of Western until you wrote one.

The conclusion is to live unplugged. Ciao . Unexpected take on the theme. I love the unexpected.