Short Story

Beware of Hand Gestures

Melvin drummed his fingers lazily against the steering wheel of his weathered and well-loved Honda Civic, a vehicle that had seen better days but still held a certain charm in its steadfastness. The radio played soft, soothing jazz that seemed to wrap around him like a warm embrace, each note a gentle caress to his… Read more

09/14/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Fiction, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Secular View, Short Story

#cruiser, #highway traffic, #jazz, #police, #radio
My Pet Would Talk My Head Off

If your pet could talk, what would be the first thing it says? If my beloved pet suddenly found the gift of speech, I could only imagine the delightful cacophony of astonishment that would erupt from its little mouth. Most certainly, the very first phrase would tumble out in a burst of sheer excitement, “Holy… Read more

09/09/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Daily Prompt, Flash Fiction, My Personal Theory, My Thoghts, Pets, Secular View, Short Story

#daily prompt, #meals, #talking dog, dailyprompt-2879, romance
The Wrong Move

In the small, sun-baked town of Mesquite Ridge, he was a legend—known far and wide for being quicker with his gun than anyone else in the dusty old West. Every villager and wanderer could recognize the badge that gleamed on his chest, a symbol of law, order, and the fragile hope that justice might still… Read more

09/08/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Flash Fiction, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Psychology, Secular View, Short Story, Tenor

#aura of menace, #cold, #gun fight., #law, #outlaw, #Sheriff, order
Cultivating Habits That Revitalize Body and Spirit

At times, it’s almost impossible to escape the creeping sensation of our age; the subtle reminders of the years that shape our bodies and minds. Yet, even amidst the reality of our chronological experience, we have the power to choose how we engage with the world around us. We might feel the weight of time… Read more

08/27/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Behavioral Science, Flash Fiction, health, Meditation, Mental Health, My Personal Theory, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Secular View, Short Story, Spiritual

#alternative perspectives, #closed-mindedness, #rigid thinking, #specific beliefs, #unwillingness
Everything is Peachy

If your future self could send you one sentence, what do you hope it would say? Imagine, if you will, a moment that defies the very fabric of reality; a moment that could easily belong to the annals of fantasy or the imaginative pages of a novel. Once upon a time, a woman named Erma… Read more

08/11/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Beyond Knowledge, Daily Prompt, Flash Fiction, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Prose, Secular View, Short Story

#daily prompt, #extraordinary event, #fantasy or the imaginative, #perception of time, #she answered the call, #utter astonishment, dailyprompt-2850
The Divide Between Wealth and Honesty in Society

The elite, a small but powerful group at the top of society, often exhibit a profound disinterest in the actual truth of situations; to them, it amounts to little more than an inconsequential nuisance. Their perception is that truth, particularly when it contradicts their interests or beliefs, is irrelevant; a triviality that holds no weight… Read more

08/07/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Behavioral Science, Fiction ?, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Psychology, Secular View, Short Story

#disinterest, #group, #society, #triviality, #truth
Midnight Debates and Shared Laughter: The Best Advice

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Once upon a time, in the charming chaos of a small coffee shop nestled in the heart of a bustling city, a group of friends gathered around a worn wooden table, their laughter mingling with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee. As they sipped their… Read more

08/07/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Behavioral Science, Comedy, Daily Prompt, Fiction, Flash Fiction, Jokes, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Prose, Psychology, Quotes, Secular View, Short Story

dailyprompt, dailyprompt-2846
Anchoring in Stillness to Decode the Unknown

The mind,” I murmured to the quiet room, “is like an overgrown garden, long overdue for tending.” I straightened my posture, sensing the familiar tightness in my shoulders start to unwind, as if they were frayed ropes coming apart. Tonight’s purpose was more than just to relax; I was in pursuit of that delicate, gossamer… Read more

07/21/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Flash Fiction, Meditation, My Personal Theory, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Prose, Psychology, Secular View, Short Story

#ambiance, #perception, #rational thought, #shadows, #silence
Utopia in America

In the not-so-distant future, nestled within the vibrant tapestry of America, emerges an extraordinary tale set against the backdrop of a tumultuous epoch that spanned from 2030 to 2035. This is my narrative about a remarkable Utopian society born from the ashes of a brutal civil war—a time when the resilient citizens of this great… Read more

07/14/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Event, Fiction, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Prose, Secular View, Short Story, Tenor, War

#civil war, #courage and tenacity, #liberty and dignity, #oppressive regime, #tyrants
Living Life According to My Own Rules

What’s one habit that has improved your life the most? In the tapestry of life, woven with the Living Life According to My Own Rules of experience and introspection, there lies a singular habit that has emerged as a beacon of transformation for me—a habit that has profoundly reshaped my journey and outlook. This practice,… Read more

07/11/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Behavioral Science, Daily Prompt, My Personal Theory, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Poetry, Prose, Psychology, Secular View, Short Story, Tai Chi

#daily prompt, #habit, #introspection, #my own rules, #practice, dailyprompt-2819, experience
Exploring a Hypothetical Sequel to the Book of Revelation

What’s a book you think deserves a sequel? If someone were to boldly embark on the journey of writing a sequel to the enigmatic and fiery Book of Revelation, what could we possibly expect from such an audacious endeavor? This intriguing thought invites us to delve deeper into the realms of imagination and speculation. My… Read more

07/09/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Behavioral Science, Fiction, My Personal Theory, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Psychology, Religion, Secular View, Short Story, Tenor

#book of revelation, #daily prompt, #end times sequel, dailyprompt-2817
Forget Them Not: an Untold Story

For many years, Janice has been haunted by an unyielding and profound desire to express the complex emotions that swirl within her regarding the plight of victims—especially those innocents who, in their most fragile and defenseless moments, faced terrifying situations that most of us can hardly begin to imagine. It weighs heavily on her heart,… Read more

07/08/2026

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Ralph Gilbert

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Behavioral Science, Fiction, My Personal Theory, My Thoghts, Philosophy, Prose, Psychology, Secular View, Short Story, Tenor

#immense compassion, #pain, #persistent terror, #souls who suffered, #unanswered questions