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A Field of Progress

Posted on September 17, 2015 by William Wayne Smith

Why must I walk through the field alone? Every step I took has been a mistake. The further I went, the more lost I became. I had no goal or honest plan. My confusion seemed to be the only truth. … Continue reading →

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Black Strokes

Posted on August 14, 2014 by William Wayne Smith

I saw the paper rest before me. It danced with black strokes and a picture. I don’t understand their meaning. I ask my friends the questions again. Somehow, my confusion will pass away. Letters and words might make sense again. … Continue reading →

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The Wise Man

Posted on June 3, 2014 by William Wayne Smith

Who is like a wise man? When difficult questions must be answered, he chooses carefully without any prejudice. Transformation seems to be an act of will. It wrings out the old by bringing in the new. Truly, the new creation … Continue reading →

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The Shout of Hope

Posted on August 10, 2013 by William Wayne Smith

A lonely beast shouted with force. Strong words flowed from its mouth. The leaves of the trees trembled. The sounds were beautiful and warm. The forest became quiet briefly. A resounding echo shook the leaves again. The spirits of the … Continue reading →

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