A 50-Word Story a Day Keeps the Boredom Away #64

The gentleman went for a walk in the park. He found two empty benches facing each other, and for a moment he hesitated, not knowing which to pick. He eventually chose the one next to the oak. The moment he sat down a pigeon pooped on his shoulder. He sighed.

It’s easy to like. But it’s hard to comment.

Many press the like button. But few have the time, the disposition, and the courage to post comments. If a blogger were a merchant of emotions hawking his wares on the street, then 'liking' would amount to giving him a nod while walking on; commenting, on the other hand, to stopping by and conversing with … Continue reading It’s easy to like. But it’s hard to comment.

A 50-Word Story a Day Keeps the Boredom Away #63

The ruined merchant took to the forest. He subsisted on roots and slept in a cave. After a while his loneliness got the better of him, and he decided to die. While digging his grave, his shovel struck something hard: a chest filled with gold coins. The man was startled.