RICK HAYNES

Author’s Note – A two-part Drabble showing the morality of man by Rick Haynes. AT WAR I espied my feeble subjects far below. Looking through the mists of time little had changed as man continued in his relentless persecution. From the beginning, they had sought to conquer and rule. Countless innocents had died; men, women, even babies had been sacrificed on the altar of eternal power. And now even my son has grown too powerful, too ambitious. If the God of War prevails, Earth

Hello readers. I am once again delighted to publish a poem from the wonderful poet, Cindy Smith. Today is just after, World Poetry Day so I am sharing this, I wrote it 3 years ago AM I REAL I often wonder Am I real? Or am I a character Some fictional being Created on paper By some would be author A fledgling writer Piecing together disjointed thoughts Attempting to fabricate a masterpiece A tale of intrigue and suspense A glimpse at how life should be lived Could be lived if

Frances has sent me a wonderful and moving poem and I'm very proud to share it with you. SPECTRUM I see myself in shades of red With dancing flames about my head ‘Til orange sunset closes in And calms the raging storm within. The yellow rays of golden sun Illuminate the things I’ve done, But then my eyes turn to green In envy of the things I’ve seen. In blackest moods I feel no pain – I need your love to keep me sane, But blue’s the colour of today, My sadness will not

IT HAS TO BE FRIDAY – 60’s STYLE - By Rick Haynes - based on a true tale. According to my teacher, Mr Balls, I have little chance of offering anything useful to society once I leave school next week. Looking out of the window, I failed to see the piece of chalk flying past my head, yet had to snigger as it hit my best mate, Davy, in front of me. A shout, a deep snarl and I turned to see my nemesis. Crimson faced, clenched fists, and a look of hatred that would stop a charging

THE STRANGE CASE OF THE DEAD MAN by RICK HAYNES “All rise.” A nod from the judge and the usher continued. “Please be seated.” "Thank you. You may now call your first witness, Mr Collins.” “My lord, I call the forensic pathologist to the stand.” “I swear by almighty God that my evidence to the court and the jury shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.” “Now Mr James I need to ask you some questions about the deceased. Did you carry out the autopsy?” “I d