Welcome to the gallery and voting site for Gray Reed's On My Own Time Art Contest.  Official judges from the Business Council for the Arts will review and select the winners. However there is a People's Choice Award that Gray Reed employee's will select.  Below are the entries for the 2022 On My Own Time Art Contest.  Please review them and at the bottom of the webpage you can select the submission number of your favorite entry.  Votes are due by end of day August 5th.  
Sculpture Objects

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Submission #1 - Visual Artist: Sculpture Objects

"Stilted"

Within my work I explored the concept of individual personality and the manipulation of self in a social and private setting; specifically, my piece focuses on how one presents and views themself, & the overall concept of personality and identity within that context. This exploration is partly in relation to my own struggle with identity- something of which was compounded by COVID. Under quarantine, and isolated, I found myself misguidedly adopting the belief that I had lost the things that made me interesting, or even noteworthy. And due to that state of mind, amidst confusion over sexual orientation and identity, I struggled to personally recognize or distinguish myself in a way I found meaningful- which further resulted in the deterioration of my own self worth, image, and mental state. Many of my other works at the time reflect this, as that work was to represent what I thought I was- an amalgamation of distorted human characteristics and artificial objects- rather than what I was going through.

This work was created to extent utilizing rubbish and throwaway materials like cardboard, thread, gravel, plastic bags, and wood scrap- which I felt were best suited to represent my self image at the time. The piece was constructed with little forethought, beyond a general concept, as I wanted its composition to feel entirely unnatural and awkward. I built the structure from the base up, ensuring the work seemed unsteady and stilted- as furthered by its overall unnatural form. Once the base of the work was complete, I returned to it with paint and other materials to add superficial, inessential ornament (such as painted flowers, plastic bags, and loose papers)- to compound the idea that the structure, in its entirety, is both artificial and without purpose.

<strong>Submission #1 - Visual Artist: Sculpture Objects</strong><br><br><strong>"Stilted"<br><br></strong><em>Within my work I explored the concept of individual personality and the manipulation of self in a social and private setting; specifically, my piece focuses on how one presents and views themself, &amp; the overall concept of personality and identity within that context. This exploration is partly in relation to my own struggle with identity- something of which was compounded by COVID. Under quarantine, and isolated, I found myself misguidedly adopting the belief that I had lost the things that made me interesting, or even noteworthy. And due to that state of mind, amidst confusion over sexual orientation and identity, I struggled to personally recognize or distinguish myself in a way I found meaningful- which further resulted in the deterioration of my own self worth, image, and mental state. Many of my other works at the time reflect this, as that work was to represent what I thought I was- an amalgamation of distorted human characteristics and artificial objects- rather than what I was going through.</em><br><br><em>This work was created to extent utilizing rubbish and throwaway materials like cardboard, thread, gravel, plastic bags, and wood scrap- which I felt were best suited to represent my self image at the time. The piece was constructed with little forethought, beyond a general concept, as I wanted its composition to feel entirely unnatural and awkward. I built the structure from the base up, ensuring the work seemed unsteady and stilted- as furthered by its overall unnatural form. Once the base of the work was complete, I returned to it with paint and other materials to add superficial, inessential ornament (such as painted flowers, plastic bags, and loose papers)- to compound the idea that the structure, in its entirety, is both artificial and without purpose.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #2 - Visual Artist: Sculpture Objects

"I Saw an Eagle"

<strong>Submission #2 - Visual Artist: Sculpture Objects</strong><br><br><strong>"I Saw an Eagle"</strong>

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Submission #3 - Visual Artist: Sculpture Objects

"Food From the Earth"

<strong>Submission #3 - Visual Artist: Sculpture Objects</strong><br><br><strong>"Food From the Earth"</strong>
Black & White Photography

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Submission #4 - Visual Artist: Black & White Photography

"A Classic"

In October 2011 at a friend's farm, this old Dodge truck was tucked underneath tree. It tickled me that although it was no longer drivable, this classic still has an impact and fits right in.

<strong>Submission #4 - Visual Artist: Black &amp; White Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"A Classic"<br><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br></span></strong><em>In October 2011 at a friend's farm, this old Dodge truck was tucked underneath tree. It tickled me that although it was no longer drivable, this classic still has an impact and fits right in.</em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br></span></strong>

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Submission #5 - Visual Artist: Black & White Photography

"If Only Time Stood Still"

This photograph is sentimental, and yet ironic. The picture itself is black and white, and yet life itself is not. As a parent, you wish your kids would never grow up. Shield them from the harsh realities of the world, and yet see the beauty and color the world can offer. So you prepare them for both-or try your best to do so. You wish time could stand still, and yet that is the beauty of a photograph; for a moment it does. 

<strong>Submission #5 - Visual Artist: Black &amp; White Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"If Only Time Stood Still"<br><br></strong><em>This photograph is sentimental, and yet ironic. The picture itself is black and white, and yet life itself is not. As a parent, you wish your kids would never grow up. Shield them from the harsh realities of the world, and yet see the beauty and color the world can offer. So you prepare them for both-or try your best to do so. You wish time could stand still, and yet that is the beauty of a photograph; for a moment it does.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #6 - Visual Artist: Black & White Photography

"Killin' Time"

I love how monochromatic photography brings out the details of an object - the texture, the shape and the age of the subject.  It makes a photograph timeless and adaptable to the environment it is displayed in.

<strong>Submission #6 - Visual Artist: Black &amp; White Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Killin' Time"<br><br></strong><em>I love how monochromatic photography brings out the details of an object - the texture, the shape and the age of the subject.&nbsp; It makes a photograph timeless and adaptable to the environment it is displayed in.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #7 - Visual Artist: Black & White Photography

"Deep in the Roots of Texas"

Deep in the Roots of Texas" was captured on the Blanco River and demonstrates the uniqueness and beauty within the nature of the Hill Country. 

<strong>Submission #7 - Visual Artist: Black &amp; White Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Deep in the Roots of Texas"<br><br></strong>Deep in the Roots of Texas" was captured on the Blanco River and demonstrates the uniqueness and beauty within the nature of the Hill Country.&nbsp;<strong><br></strong>
Color Photography

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Submission #8 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Hazy Night"

Beauty can be seen at all times of the day.

<strong>Submission #8 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Hazy Night"<br></strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br></span><em>Beauty can be seen at all times of the day.<strong></strong></em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><br></strong></span>

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Submission #9 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Orange Crush"

Through my father's eyes, I learned to see nature's breathtaking beauty, power and fragility. When I thought I could see the stars and moon craters using only his binoculars, he humored me. Every photo reminds me of how he helped me fall in love with nature and our place in it.

<strong>Submission #9 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Orange Crush"<br><br></strong><em>Through my father's eyes, I learned to see nature's breathtaking beauty, power and fragility. When I thought I could see the stars and moon craters using only his binoculars, he humored me. Every photo reminds me of how he helped me fall in love with nature and our place in it.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #10 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Summer Time in the Ozark National Forest"

Summer time in the Ozark National Forest

<strong>Submission #10 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Summer Time in the Ozark National Forest"<br></strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><br></strong></span><em>Summer time in the Ozark National Forest<strong></strong></em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><br></strong></span>

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Submission #11 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Here's To You"

<strong>Submission #11 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Here's To You"</strong>

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Submission #12 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Skyline Reflection"

Dally skyline and the Margaret McDermott Bridge reflected on the waters of the Trinity River at sunset. 

<strong>Submission #12 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Skyline Reflection"<br><br></strong><em>Dally skyline and the Margaret McDermott Bridge reflected on the waters of the Trinity River at sunset.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #13 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Texas Before the Drought"

<strong>Submission #13 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Texas Before the Drought"</strong>

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Submission #14 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Tesoro Verde de Mexico (Mexico's Green Gold)"

The Nopal (Cactus) is seeing as a plant that can't be touch, but it is more than that. Nopal was part of the Aztec world as it symbolized the heart of Prince Copil who died in combat. His heart was thrown in a Tule pond and transformed into a nopal, where he was reunited with this mother Malinalxochiti, sister of the war god Huitzilopochtli.

Apparently, the Gods told the Aztecs to build their city where they saw an eagle on a cactus eating a serpent. Additionally, this crest is an important political and cultural symbol for centuries and represents the triumph of good over evil.

Either seeing it as the Aztecs did or we do now the Nopal it is Mexico's green gold.

<strong>Submission #14 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Tesoro Verde de Mexico (Mexico's Green Gold)"<br><br></strong><em>The Nopal (Cactus) is seeing as a plant that can't be touch, but it is more than that. Nopal was part of the Aztec world as it symbolized the heart of Prince Copil who died in combat. His heart was thrown in a Tule pond and transformed into a nopal, where he was reunited with this mother Malinalxochiti, sister of the war god Huitzilopochtli. </em><br><br><em>Apparently, the Gods told the Aztecs to build their city where they saw an eagle on a cactus eating a serpent. Additionally, this crest is an important political and cultural symbol for centuries and represents the triumph of good over evil. </em><br><br><em>Either seeing it as the Aztecs did or we do now the Nopal it is Mexico's green gold.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #15 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Thirsty Tree"

In October 2011 at a friend's farm, I discovered this pond that dried up due to the rain drought. The pond and tree show how fragile our existence is without water.

<strong>Submission #15 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Thirsty Tree"<br><br></strong><em>In October 2011 at a friend's farm, I discovered this pond that dried up due to the rain drought. The pond and tree show how fragile our existence is without water.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #16 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Tale of Two Trees 2011"

Through my father's eyes, I learned to see nature's breathtaking beauty, power and fragility. When I thought I could see the stars and moon craters using only his binoculars, he humored me. Every photo reminds me of how he helped me fall in love with nature and our place in it.

<strong>Submission #16 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Tale of Two Trees 2011"<br><br></strong><em>Through my father's eyes, I learned to see nature's breathtaking beauty, power and fragility. When I thought I could see the stars and moon craters using only his binoculars, he humored me. Every photo reminds me of how he helped me fall in love with nature and our place in it.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #17 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Colors"

I enjoy photography. I also enjoy abstract arts. I took this picture when I visited Paint Mines Interpretive Park (Calhan, CO) in July 2020. It was the first time I was able to travel during the pandemic. I just fell in love with the colors. I tried to brush up the photo to make it colorful and fun. 

<strong>Submission #17 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Colors"<br><br></strong><em>I enjoy photography. I also enjoy abstract arts. I took this picture when I visited Paint Mines Interpretive Park (Calhan, CO) in July 2020. It was the first time I was able to travel during the pandemic. I just fell in love with the colors. I tried to brush up the photo to make it colorful and fun.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #18 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Stop & Smell the Flowers"

While we may all be buZy, buZy, buZy, remember to not let life's simple pleasures pass you by.

<strong>Submission #18 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Stop &amp; Smell the Flowers"<br><br></strong><em>While we may all be buZy, buZy, buZy, remember to not let life's simple pleasures pass you by.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #19 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Beauty Frozen in Time"

"Beauty Frozen in Time" was captured during the 2021 Texas Freeze. The historic winter storm brought record low temperatures so quickly that rather than killing the rose, it was frozen in time. Remarkably, this rose is still alive today. 

<strong>Submission #19 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Beauty Frozen in Time"<br><br></strong><em>"Beauty Frozen in Time" was captured during the 2021 Texas Freeze. The historic winter storm brought record low temperatures so quickly that rather than killing the rose, it was frozen in time. Remarkably, this rose is still alive today.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #20 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"St. Augustine Pier"

This image was captured in St Augustine Florida which is one of the oldest cities in America. The age, wisdom, and beauty drew my eye to this pier as a representation of respecting aged wisdom with grace. 

<strong>Submission #20 - Visual Artist: Color Photography<br><br>"St. Augustine Pier"<br><br></strong><em>This image was captured in St Augustine Florida which is one of the oldest cities in America. The age, wisdom, and beauty drew my eye to this pier as a representation of respecting aged wisdom with grace.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #21 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"Not Today"

When visiting the San Diego Zoo, I was mesmerized by the markings and interactions of this family of Baboons. This image’s secret is that this Baboon is yawning but it captures as if he is yelling and angry. Truth shown that things are not always as they appear. 

<strong>Submission #21 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"Not Today"<br><br></strong><em>When visiting the San Diego Zoo, I was mesmerized by the markings and interactions of this family of Baboons. This image&rsquo;s secret is that this Baboon is yawning but it captures as if he is yelling and angry. Truth shown that things are not always as they appear.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #22 - Visual Artist: Color Photography

"You Are My Sunshine"

This image is special for not just the beauty & perfection of the flower but also that it was grown from a seed that I planted. 

<strong>Submission #22 - Visual Artist: Color Photography</strong><br><br><strong>"You Are My Sunshine"<br><br></strong><em>This image is special for not just the beauty &amp; perfection of the flower but also that it was grown from a seed that I planted.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>
Work on Paper

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Submission #23 - Visual Artist: Work on Paper

"Beauty Within the Chaos"

When the world around you is chaotic-still find time to make it beautiful. 

<strong>Submission #23 - Visual Artist: Work on Paper</strong><br><br><strong>"Beauty Within the Chaos"<br><br></strong><em>When the world around you is chaotic-still find time to make it beautiful.&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>
Work on Canvas

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Submission #24 - Visual Artist: Work on Canvas

"The In Between"

This piece of art was inspired by my obsession for the Sun and the Moon. I wanted to emphasize the moment they meet each day because that moment only lasts a few minutes at sunrise and sunset. The tree symbolizes stillness, because in order to appreciate a special moment we need to pause and be fully present to admire before that moment is gone.

<strong>Submission #24 - Visual Artist: Work on Canvas</strong><br><br><strong>"The In Between"<br><br></strong><em>This piece of art was inspired by my obsession for the Sun and the Moon. I wanted to emphasize the moment they meet each day because that moment only lasts a few minutes at sunrise and sunset. The tree symbolizes stillness, because in order to appreciate a special moment we need to pause and be fully present to admire before that moment is gone.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #25 - Visual Artist: Work on Canvas

"Turbulence - Expressions of a Leaf Blower"

This was a blast making with my daughter in my mom's garage for my mom's living room wall!

<strong>Submission #25 - Visual Artist: Work on Canvas</strong><br><br><strong>"Turbulence - Expressions of a Leaf Blower"<br><br></strong><em>This was a blast making with my daughter in my mom's garage for my mom's living room wall!</em>
Digital Art

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Submission #26 - Visual Artist: Digital Art

"Jelly Swarm"

This work in particular was created for the purpose of advancing my digital work, with a focus on figure, color, and compositional study. It depicts a figure, designed to represent an Antarctic Krill, swarmed by a great number of adult and ephyra jellyfish.  

<strong>Submission #26 - Visual Artist: Digital Art</strong><br><br><strong>"Jelly Swarm"<br><br></strong><em>This work in particular was created for the purpose of advancing my digital work, with a focus on figure, color, and compositional study. It depicts a figure, designed to represent an Antarctic Krill, swarmed by a great number of adult and ephyra jellyfish.&nbsp;&nbsp;</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #27 - Visual Artist: Digital Art

"Flower Munch"

This work was a brief, albeit very fun, earlier exploration into digital media. It depicts a very colorful creature with large eyes, dressed in a gray suit with a collar and cosmetic button, tearing into a basket of flowers. Maybe they're hungry?

<strong>Submission #27 - Visual Artist: Digital Art</strong><br><br><strong>"Flower Munch"<br><br></strong><em>This work was a brief, albeit very fun, earlier exploration into digital media. It depicts a very colorful creature with large eyes, dressed in a gray suit with a collar and cosmetic button, tearing into a basket of flowers. Maybe they're hungry?</em><strong><br></strong>
Multimedia

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Submission #28 - Visual Artist: Multimedia

"Abstract Skeleton #3"

This work is the third installment of a number of semi- abstract color and figure (a plastic skeleton) studies involving a character with a body seemingly falling away. The work was produced through experimentation utilizing thread, cardboard, watered down acrylic paints, and wet chalk.

<strong>Submission #28 - Visual Artist: Multimedia</strong><br><br><strong>"Abstract Skeleton #3"<br><br></strong><em>This work is the third installment of a number of semi- abstract color and figure (a plastic skeleton) studies involving a character with a body seemingly falling away. The work was produced through experimentation utilizing thread, cardboard, watered down acrylic paints, and wet chalk.</em><strong><br></strong>

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Submission #29 - Visual Artist: Multimedia

"Ellares"

Art for me has always been a sort of escape, from anything I needed it to be. But it has also been something to escape from. When you consider yourself an artist, there comes a point in time where you feel like you are no longer one when, or if you stop creating. As if artist block wasn’t enough… life happens.

It is from life itself that I have drawn inspiration from for this piece. More specifically my love life. Like life itself, love can be complicated and full of layers... sort of like this piece; Hidden messages, layers of media itself, feelings and emotions that cover the surface of this canvas.

Inspired by junk journaling, the power of words through poetry and songs, this piece is a love letter to the persons in my love life that have gotten me at the point in life I am today. I value growth, of all kinds. The relationships we hold with people, I believe are an important factor in shaping who we are in this world. The motif of 3 through out the piece are evident, it is up the viewer to decode what it all means.

<strong>Submission #29 - Visual Artist: Multimedia</strong><br><br><strong>"Ellares"<br><br></strong><em>Art for me has always been a sort of escape, from anything I needed it to be. But it has also been something to escape from. When you consider yourself an artist, there comes a point in time where you feel like you are no longer one when, or if you stop creating. As if artist block wasn&rsquo;t enough&hellip; life happens.<br></em><br><em>It is from life itself that I have drawn inspiration from for this piece. More specifically my love life. Like life itself, love can be complicated and full of layers... sort of like this piece; Hidden messages, layers of media itself, feelings and emotions that cover the surface of this canvas.<br></em><br><em>Inspired by junk journaling, the power of words through poetry and songs, this piece is a love letter to the persons in my love life that have gotten me at the point in life I am today. I value growth, of all kinds. The relationships we hold with people, I believe are an important factor in shaping who we are in this world. The motif of 3 through out the piece are evident, it is up the viewer to decode what it all means.</em><strong><br></strong>
Textiles & Fiber

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Submission #30 - Visual Artist: Textiles & Fiber

"Mermaid Princess"

Bringing my alter ego to life

<strong>Submission #30 - Visual Artist: Textiles &amp; Fiber</strong><br><br><strong>"Mermaid Princess"<br></strong><br><em>Bringing my alter ego to life</em><strong></strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><br></strong></span>
Open Verse Poetry
Submission #31 - Literary Artist: Open Verse Poetry

“Day Interrupted”

I wrote, "Day Interrupted" on July 14, 2022 to enter the employee art contest. I brainstormed and decided on something that I felt everyone could relate to. Recently and far too often children are killed in mass school shootings. I have a 14 year old son and a 7 year old daughter. I remember thinking that I wouldn't know what to do if I received a call that my babies were not coming home! I channeled those emotions and was able to write this content. 

“Bye Mommy, I love you! I’ll see you later!”

Her mother blows her a kiss and waves as she loads the school bus.

Childish banter and laughter echoes as the children travel to school.

The girl smiles and shares LOL Surprises with her best friend.

Her mother laces her sneakers and heads to the track for her daily run.

The girl exits the bus, glances at the sun, places her hand above her eyes, then runs inside the school.

Her mother places her ear pods in her ears and stretches to prepare for her run.

The girl places her belongings in her cubby and eagerly sits by her friend in class.

Her mother takes off into a sprint, pounding the pavement as she’s being kissed by the sun.

The girl raises her hand to answer a question the teacher asks.

Her mother finishes her run, then heads to the grocery store.

The man takes cover in the shadows to remain undetected.

The girl groups into pairs to complete an assignment.

Her mother squeezes tomatoes to check their ripeness.

The man enters the building and remains out of sight.

The girl can only see darkness. No more friendly banter only cries for help!

Her mother carries groceries into the house and starts preparing dinner.

The man is still there and will not rest until there is darkness all around him.

The girl sees a light. Only this time she can not place her hand over her eyes to shield it!

It’s pulling her near and it’s brighter than any light she has ever seen!

Her mother places the pan in the oven and sets the timer.

The man is no longer hiding in the darkness. All his sins have been brought to light.

The girl looks to her right and sees her best friend.

They hold hands.

The mothers’ phone rings and everything goes dark.
Fictional Short Story
Submission #32 - Literary Artist: Fictional Short Story

"Lost"

I wanted to submit a piece of literary work, but couldn't think of anything . So I started thinking about the things I'm passionate about. I absolutely love my dog. I thought about the recent events of the dog attacks in Dallas. A 4 - year old toddler was attacked by three dogs inside a home she was staying in. This breaks my heart. It makes we wondered if there's bad dogs or bad owners. This prompt my short non-fictional story. 

The man didn’t hit him with the metal rod tonight because he won. When his teeth broke through the flesh of the neck of his opponent, he knew the man was pleased. He crawled into the barrel with the heavy chain around his neck. Tonight, he is at peace. It’s raining. He falls asleep.

The house smells of baked chicken and rosemary. He ate a hot meal two hours ago. He played tug-a-war with the boy. It’s raining outside. The woman allowed him into the backyard. The woman called him back in. The boy is in bed. The woman read to the boy. It’s bedtime. He moved downstairs to his bed. He is warm. He is at peace. He dreamed of a bowl of treats. A boy appeared in his dream. The boy took his bowl. He’s angry.

Daylight. The ground is flooded. The chain doesn’t hold him back anymore. He pushed further with his chain. He moved through the open gate. He runs across the street into the field.

The woman and boy walked out of the house. The door didn’t close all the way. He followed out. He sniffed something on the side of the house. He lost sight of the woman and boy. He saw movements in the field on his right. He runs there.

The girl walked into the field next to her house. Her mother didn’t see her walked off. She held her doll. She saw two huge dogs charging towards each other. They stopped. They see her. Each charged towards her.

The girl is in pain. She is crying. She can’t see. She can’t breathe.

He woke up in a cold cage. The chain around his neck is gone. He is happy.

He sees the other one wake up. He doesn’t like it here. He is ready to go home to the woman and boy.

They do not know. The animal shelter will be euthanizing them today.
10-Word Story

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Submission #33 - Literary Artist: 10-Word Story

"The Tiny Box Turtle"

True Story

<strong>Submission #33 - Literary Artist: 10-Word Story<br><br>"The Tiny Box Turtle"<br><br></strong><em>True Story</em><strong><br></strong>
Submission #34 - Literary Artist: 10 Word Story

"Alive"

I was having a conversation about space. The question of other life form existing has always been intriguing to me. There has to be something else out there. 

Space is infinite. Immeasurable. We exist. Others will exist too.

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* Which submission do you want to recognize for the People's Choice Award?

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