Author Archives: randomyriad

We Can Do Better Than This.

Posted on February 4, 2011 by randomyriad

I am watching the unfolding situation in Egypt with a combination of empathy and shame. As a believer in individual freedoms and open democracy I hope that the Egyptians are able to make some of this happen in their country. … Continue reading →

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Century #4: The Drop Off

Posted on February 3, 2011 by randomyriad

Girl Abandoned 4/17/1986 It was 4:56 am  on a Sunday under a black sky with grey patches. Snow lay in smudges with grass poking out here and there. Next to the snow is a road winding up into the hills … Continue reading →

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Century #3: Clouds

Posted on February 2, 2011 by randomyriad

August 4, 1991  the short war was over. Derek came to the city. The city was clicking and buzzing with raw, nervy energy. Even though he was no good at playing the games that lead to advancement, his skill with … Continue reading →

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Century #2: A Season of Disaster

Posted on February 1, 2011 by randomyriad

A Venture August 4, 1898 It was a year of dire hardship in the parish of Saint Tammany. A deadly hurricane was followed by 6 months of drought followed by a tropical storm that spawned a tornado that leveled the … Continue reading →

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Century #1: A Small Town in Texas

Posted on January 31, 2011 by randomyriad

A Big Wind Through a Small Town September 8, 1900 Ezra sat in the small cell listening to the fearful mutterings in the adjacent cell.  As gusts of wind struck the wood and brick building, low groans and creaks emanated … Continue reading →

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