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In the quiet of the evening light,

In the quiet of the night, a whisper soft and low,

A tiny heart that never beat, a love we’ll never know.

In the quiet of the evening, shadows softly fall,

A whisper in the silence, a memory’s gentle call.

In the morning light, she rises with grace,

A warrior of warmth, in her steadfast embrace.

To the Moon and back, a journey so grand,

A promise whispered, a love that will stand.

The sun was setting on the small town of Oakwood, as a group of young students walked through the park. They were on a scavenger hunt for their school project, searching for hidden treasures and items of historical significance. As they rummaged through the grass and trees, something caught their eye.

"Hey, guys, come check this out!" Mia, one of the students, exclaimed, pointing to a small box half-buried in the ground.

Waves dance all around me. Splashing up against my body. The ocean roars it's mighty sound like rolling thunder, as the waves crash against the shore and flows up the beach before retreating. Thunderous waves breaking on the jetty. The golden smooth sand between my toes has a calming and relaxing effect on the soul. As I walk the beach leaving footprints behind me the ocean waves come to the shore to wash them away. Finding seashells, sea glass or driftwood that the tides bring to the shore. Exciting finds for all. Wild winds blowing across the ocean's surface causing waves to battle each other in a destructive powerful commotion. As I stand on the beach by the edge of the ocean, I feel the cool wind of the sea breeze blowing toward me. A refreshing smell of salt water in the coastal air. The radiant sun beaming down on my face is so invigorating and soothing, such a pleasant sensation. Oceans vastness and calmness can inspire feelings of peace, tranquility and well- being bringing a smile to my face. The ocean is ravishing when it is calm but also dazzling in the storm. The water glimmers and shimmers with shades of blue and white when sunlight hits it just right. The vibrant sea bustles with aquatic life, both marine animals and plants. Highlighting the sea's allure and hidden mysteries within this wonderful ocean. The picturesque sea is a lively and bustling place. Sometimes my mind wanders as I sit on the beach just watching the waves roll in. It is so captivating and mesmerizing. Waves create a rhythmic hypnotic pattern that is soothing to the body and mind. An everchanging sea scape is like a form of art that captures the beauty of the sea. Fascinating and mysterious, its unknown depths that are not yet explored. The sea creates the sound of calming white noise that drowns out other noises and distractions. The cries of sea gulls as they glide over the ocean in the strong wind. They symbolize freedom. Walking the pier leading to the ocean feeling the waves hitting the pillars below. Watching the people fishing or just relaxing, taking in the beautiful views. Observing some boats sailing by the breeze helps and glides them on the sea. They ride the ocean navigating the waves from small vessels to cargo ships. The ocean all around me as far as my eyes can see. Infinity.

The third instalment of the book of tragic short stories.

This is a work in progress.

Space Fish goes where no other fish is willing to go. He is a fish out of water. With his fishbowl on his head, he is able to survive his long journey in space. His trusty, sidekick Mega Pickle is his loyal counterpart. These two defend space from scallywags and evil doers. They come from a planet called Kerplunkin. Fish and pickles coinhabit this planet. Together they are one. They find their relationship interesting and even complementary. Despite their differences the pickle would represent a strong passion, sometimes on the sour side. While the fish would symbolize a more calming down-to-earth personality. They go very well together. This planet known for its purple hue full of mystery and imagination. The optical illusion of the pink clouds superimpose on the dark blue sky makes a purple hue on the planet Kerplunkin. The oceans inhabit luminous creatures due to the twin suns that reflect off the water. Space Fish and Mega Pickle were born here. Growing up together and training to become star soldiers. The day came when they were ready to go out on their own and battle the world of crime. Space Fish and Mega Pickle orbit through space in their craft keeping criminals at bay. Their dispatcher Captain Froggy Mc Ribbit is ready and able to relay messages to Space Fish and Mega Pickle of any criminal activity in or around the solar system. Their motto is, to fight is to win the battle against crime. They are brave and willing to face all kinds of danger. Bleep, Bleep, Bleepity, Bleep a message comes in from Captain Froggy Mc Ribbitt .Space Fish and Mega Pickle, proceed with caution the Slimeball worms are looting the Space Mart on planet Kabibble Bobble. All customers were evacuated. Slimeball worms are known for their ability to transform themselves into big gooey balls of slime. They are eating the candy in isle 5. Over and out. Space Fish and Mega Pickle hear the message and proceed with caution to the Space Mart. When they arrive on the premises, they discover a trail of slime leading to isle 5, the candy isle. Due to Mega Pickles size, he is able to see what the Slimeballs are up to. He puts Space Fish on his shoulder to analyze the situation. These Slimeballs are getting their sugar fix mighty early in the morning. They are up to no good, there is more to this than meets the eye. says Space Fish. We will lay low and follow them. The Slime balls wiggle through the back door exit of Space Mart. Leaving a trail of poisonous slim behind them. Space Fish and Mega Pickle following behind not to be noticed waiting patiently for the Slimeballs next move. What could their next mischievous endeavor be? With potato gun, and transporter gun in hand. Space Fish and Mega Pickle observe the Slimeballs beside the Stellar Pizza Parlor. The Slimeballs are inside the dumpster. Ravishing their favorite past time meal of pizza. When they are finished feasting, they wiggle out of the dumpster. Space Fish is impatient he needs to stop these Slimeballs now before they create more havoc. He fires his potato gun causing a warp bubble around the Slimeballs. The Slimeballs are trapped with nowhere to go. They transform into a huge ball of slime. Oozing through the warp bubble. Now the Slimeballs are furious. They wiggle to the space station next door and topple over the gas tanks. Mega Pickle yells Power to the pickle as he picks up the Slime balls and hurls it into outer space. Space Fish and Mega Pickle think they did a good deed for the planet Kabibble Bobble. Not knowing when a Slimeball gets hurled into outer space it will mutate into a two headed, mouth full of fangs, Slime ball with legs like a centipede. Having the suction of a Shark vacuum cleaner. Being able to devour a Mega Pickle in 1 gulp. These mutated Slimeball worms are now more than Space Fish and Mega Pickle bargained for. OH No, what did Mega Pickle do? Did he just cause the destruction of the universe? Mega Pickle picks up Space Fish and runs toward the space craft. Remotely opening the crafts door and starting the engines. Turbo power and force field activated. Invisible mode on. Transport laser functions operatable. Space Fish commanded his craft like a fish in water. We will capture this Slimeball, or my name isn't Space Fish. Mega Pickle replies yes sir, let's destroy these Slimeballs. Bleep, bleep,bleepity, bleep Captain Froggy McRibbit here, do you read me? Come in McRibbit, hear you loud and clear. Slime balls on my radar, they are heading your way. Proceed with extreme caution. Double check all systems, be attentive to potential problems or dangers. Be on the lookout for for an opportunity to take out these Slimeballs. Godspeed, over and out. The situation is under control all systems go. over and out, replied Space Fish. Let's smear these Slimeballs out of commission. Mega Pickle selects a song off his Sirus xm channel. Seek and destroy by Metallica. Space Fish spots a large mass out his portal window. He sees the Slimeball worm sucking up interstellar dust particles, clusters and space junk. Space Fish shouts to Mega Pickle, Ready., set, shoot that Slimeball. Mega Pickle aims the transporter laser guns at the Slimeball. Seek and destroy mission is now on. He presses the fire button, the Slimeball is transported to a black hole forever spiraling downward into the darkness where gravity is so intense that nothing can escape its pull, not even light. The point of no return. Power to the pickle Mega Pickle yells. Space Fish and Mega Pickle live on to fight to win the battle against crime once again. BOOYA!