Yoga is definitely good for body, mind and soul. I do my own modified version. Ha ha. But it always releases tension and makes me feel more centered.

Cute ornaments, @elizabethbit. I can see why that one is Actifit Lamb's favorite! Happy Holidays!

I love the rich colors and how the queen sort of pops out of those muted tones. Really nice.

I really enjoyed reading this, @cloflo, and how you met your significant other. You have plenty in common! Wow, you were an online celebrity for a while. It's great that you used Covid as an opportunity

What an interesting and difficult upbringing Helen had, being raised by men, including a gang member! But at least she learned some skills along the way.

I have now supported that one as well, @arcange. 😀

This reminds me of that phase of my life too. My parents had no money to give me. So I always worked different side jobs to earn income so I had pocket money. Those early work experiences really are

What an incredible story, @grindan. You are so imaginative. This is truly wonderful. I love that hopeful ending, and the notion that Julian may not be stuck in the horrible day grind of the AI reality

I vote for the budding romance. They are clearly made for one another. He went for the indictment but stayed for the goodie bags. Good choice, Antonio!

Congrats winners and honorable mentions! There were SO many great stories last week!

Yes! And I should have credited you for it, @itsostylish. 😍 It's pretty frightening. I am not an Elon Musk fan, but one cannot deny that he's a very intelligent human.

Done, @arcange!

You have a very nice writing voice. I can't wait to see more!

My pleasure!

Oh my, this would be a perfect creative nonfiction piece for The Ink Well, @litguru. Did you know we expanded our repertoire? You should check it out. Yeah, AI hasn't scared me a lot but I can see why

I can completely identify with Sumarni in this story. I grew up in a family with very limited means, and as an adult when I finally made my own money I started shopping like crazy! Fortunately, I got over

How lovely that his mother's words of encouragement continued to support him after she had gone, and he was able to follow his dream!

We have to be true to ourselves. Trying to hide from reality just doesn't work. That's wonderful that you decided to seek happiness. I'm just so sorry to hear that your family won't accept you as you are

I love the twist in this story where she sees the past. A very nice addition to an intense, interesting and fast-paced story!

I really enjoyed reading your story, @cloflo. You have a beautiful way with words, and with imagery and dialog. Veronica is a broken person who needs mending. I found myself wanting to give Kent a talking-to