Tag Archives: book

A Shelf

Posted on February 25, 2016 by William Wayne Smith

The shelves reached up into the mist. Their books were old and their age is lost. I search the shelves for something new. I walked up and down the hall with care. The guides on the wall were tattered. I … Continue reading →

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Written Long Ago

Posted on July 8, 2014 by William Wayne Smith

The book was written long ago, Its story is happening today. The set is carefully arranged. The players speak their lines. The first act is coming to a close. Then surprising events happen on the stage. The careful plans have … Continue reading →

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Find a Home

Posted on February 14, 2013 by William Wayne Smith

My favorite book fell to the floor. Why can’t I find a home today? My mind is racing and I cannot sleep. In the afternoon, I saw a sign. The words I heard were confusing. What do they even mean? … Continue reading →

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Through

Posted on September 30, 2012 by William Wayne Smith

Morning light painting in gold City sidewalks underfoot Buildings tall and straight Silent story of the past                    Inked with deeds and decisions                    Written with openings and closings                    Punctuated with successes                    Bound in sturdy books Studied pages of time fading No … Continue reading →

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