Yarns for Science “Be creative,” Mom said. “But not too creative,” Dad said. “80 skeins of yarn, please,” Travis said. “That’ll be $220,” the shopkeeper said. “Plus tax.” “I hope coins are okay,” Shane said. * * * “We received a complaint,” the cop said. “About this.” He pointed to the yarn contraption. “It’s a…
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Sui Generis
Sui Generis I needed something unique. Groundbreaking. Twelve hours before the science fair and no ideas. Last year’s winner, my sentient rhinocopter, buzzed around the room looking bored. A living cup that produced milk and sugar for your coffee? Not enough time now. A catbird? I might as well make a baking soda volcano. I…
Muse on Monday – July 19, 2021, Featuring “Half the Equation”
It is Monday and we are over halfway through July. It’s going fast, to be sure. Scroll down to read “Half the Equation” about a pair of ambitious young entrepreneurs hoping to make it big. Also, if you are (or know of) an aspiring writer between 8 and 18, check out our Summer 2021 Young…
The Green-Walled Treehouse 