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Isle of Women

Ross was an internationally renowned nature photographer and world traveler. Well into his 70’s, he was a strikingly handsome man with thick silver curly hair that cascaded into a long mane, framing his deeply tanned and weathered face. Flecks of crystal blue and green danced in his eyes. It was as though all of the … Continue reading Isle of Women →

lostartofmystery Uncategorized 1 Comment March 10, 2022August 28, 2022 6 Minutes

The Clog – Narration

Not in the mood to read? Here's an "Audio-Visual" story I'm working on. Images are "placeholders", but the story, voiceover, and effects are mine.

lostartofmystery comedy, Short Story, skit, The Clog, Thoughts, Uncategorized, voiceover Leave a comment March 6, 2019November 20, 2019 1 Minute

The Clog

You might call this entry a “Fantasy”, but I like to call it a “Feel Good” story. Either way, it’s a mini escape, and perhaps a bit of “food for thought”. Enjoy, xxoo. They had always had access; access was easy. It had been a not-so-secret secret for decades. The tunnels were intricate, yet direct. … Continue reading The Clog →

lostartofmystery Short Story, Thoughts, Uncategorized 3 Comments July 11, 2018March 8, 2019 3 Minutes

Liquidation

Gently pushing antique wire framed eyeglasses up the narrow bridge of his nose, Leonard inhaled deeply as he scoured the online estate sale listings. Selecting only the most upscale of neighborhoods, he perused photos of items until he found gold. Not just any gold, but liquid gold. Vintage liquor cabinets, bar carts, or wine cellars. … Continue reading Liquidation →

lostartofmystery Short Story, Uncategorized Leave a comment May 16, 2017September 5, 2019 7 Minutes

Chameleon

Silently, I sit. Eternally waiting for something, or someone, to happen. My thick-skinned, firm body, rests motionless. Self control is my strength. I move one eye, then the other. Nothing. Nobody. I am alone. Time passes, as it always does. Finally, I sense movement. A tiny leave shivers, ever so slightly. I dart an eye … Continue reading Chameleon →

lostartofmystery Short Story, Uncategorized Leave a comment February 11, 2017September 26, 2019 1 Minute

Velvet Toast

The gold foil tipped cigarette, stained with lipstick, smoldered in an overflowing ashtray. Soft blonde waves of hair cascaded across her face as she softly fell back into the burgundy velour sofa, which swiftly enveloped her small frame. Slender stocking encased legs shimmered in the candle light. One metallic sandal lay discarded on the persian rug, … Continue reading Velvet Toast →

lostartofmystery Short Story 1 Comment January 2, 2017October 22, 2018 3 Minutes

Calzones

Rene had just turned 18, and was living on her own in Boston sharing a grimy one bedroom apartment with a mentally unstable roommate, but that's another story altogether. It was the early 80’s, and although some people might have been benefiting from Reaganomics, Rene and her friends were definitely on the other end of … Continue reading Calzones →

lostartofmystery Short Story, skit, Uncategorized Leave a comment October 30, 2016October 22, 2018 7 Minutes
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