The Moth and the Lamp, Cesar Santos
Bizarre rash of apples happened this fall, when wind
came to rule the roost in the grove. Toll pile of new homes was filled by the
end of the day.
From cradle yet babies have learned the Law of 3
claws:
fight tooth and claw , when claw your way to the top,
and keep/get
the claw into fortune.
Many chose to live as exiles in the secret of metamorphosis.
The sophisticated chrysalises swayed in whistling waves of shepherd wind’ stories. Their vibrant images penetrated through elastically transparent skin, fascinated virgins.
the claw into fortune.
Many chose to live as exiles in the secret of metamorphosis.
The sophisticated chrysalises swayed in whistling waves of shepherd wind’ stories. Their vibrant images penetrated through elastically transparent skin, fascinated virgins.
One story - about
tiger moth, produced ultrasonic clicks with its body to confuse bats by jamming
their sonar. Another – a story of Madagascar
moth, who could win the prize for the unique reaching 14 inches tongue.
Archie had no clues how to get out to free himself. Once,
when he fell asleep- the spirits with wings surrounded him with words: “It’s
very bright. Be careful!”
Peering in their faces ….
An awakening has stunned, burning smoke got a hold of all senses…
An awakening has stunned, burning smoke got a hold of all senses…
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Ah, - Archie embraced his fear of darkness. – “WingedTapestries: Moths At Large” at American Museum of Natural History (NY) – exhibition NOW open.
- Informed the brochure he brought from the local library.
Images credits: The Mag and Sunday Whirl
Curiously engaging, impressive...
ReplyDeleteWhile the ending might read tragic, the tale is lovely. I like the law of 3 claws.
ReplyDeleteWow, great tale and stories of moths I never would have thought
ReplyDeletethat is pretty cool....esp the section...Many chose to live as exiles in the secret of metamorphosis...there is a bit of nature magic in that...though nature can be tragic as well...
ReplyDeletewhat a cool story about that tiger moth, producing ultrasonic clicks with its body to confuse bats by jamming their sonar....how cool is that..? ha.. nature is clever... smiles
ReplyDeleteYes it is an exile i suppose, lonely and terrifying at times, but immensely rewarding, theres no turning back ! .... Cheers
ReplyDeleteFascinating and well written! My friend Faith and I combined the Magpie Tales and Sunday Whirl prompts in our work too.
ReplyDeleteSeeing babies fighting over apple sauce would sure be a disturbing sight.
ReplyDeleteGreat fantasy - hope this has a part 2
ReplyDeletethanks so for the visit today :)
happy wednesday!
ReplyDeletesmiles.
I love the language you use, vivid and fantastical =)
ReplyDeleteLove this wonderful piece!!
ReplyDeletecrystal ball
It's somewhat cool at the end. But great word craft and lots of good advice to think about. Nicely humbird!
ReplyDeleteHank
hey just wanted to make sure you were ok...been a pretty quiet week from you....
ReplyDeleteProblems with electricity....writing on sleeves... Work from library today. :)x
DeleteThank you, Brian for note