In a world where each word costs a penny to say, a nickel to write, conversations are short, speeches are quick, but our own thoughts remain long. They haven’t taxed our mind’s voice yet, but when they do, I’m sure they’ll finally succeed.
No more ideas. No originality. Mindless.
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Katie lives on a farm in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey. Lately, she and her husband have been trail running on forgotten roads and exploring the creative side of writing. In addition to 50-Word Stories, her microfiction was recently featured in Short Beasts Flash Fiction.
worthy thought experiment!
Thanks Joanna !
Excellent commentary on how many of us feel lately. Beautifully written.
Thank you Mary !
Wonderfully worded, Katie!
Pine Barrens! Ugh! I’m so envious,. Good for you ❤️
Thanks Paul! The Pines are truly something special.