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The People Smile

Posted on October 24, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

[From the archive] I am sitting on a bench in the town’s center.I see people smile as they walk by. Once I sit down, I feel a breeze. The sunlight is filtered by a tree near me.The sun moves through … Continue reading →

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The Drought

Posted on August 27, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

I dreamt of a burning forest.A single spark ignited the terror.Roaring flames consumed everything. The hardiest trees have become brittle and dry.The fields are brown and barren.The wells bring forth only a trickle. The burning sun is high above me.Each … Continue reading →

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The Bright Sun

Posted on September 25, 2020 by William Wayne Smith

The shining sun woke me this morning.I was startled by the glory of its light. My plans today are vague.The steps I take will be spontaneous.I don’t need to know the future. My visit to the square is fun.I see … Continue reading →

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At the Tower

Posted on May 29, 2020 by William Wayne Smith

I have climbed the stairs of the tower. Whenever I am here after work,the setting sun lights the way. When I reached the platform high above,I could see the distant horizon.Today, the sky had turned to flame. The night sky … Continue reading →

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