Category: The Ribbits

  • The Interactive Storm Spotter and Weathervane

    The Interactive Storm Spotter and Weathervane

    The Interactive Storm Spotter and Weathervane The current wind conditions are gusty! Some gusts at 45 mph or stronger, possible. The news is about the impending storms. They are sweeping across a large part of the south, as this is being written. I think of the trees that are close to the home. Next comes…

  • The Lost and Found; Passing the Flame

    The Lost and Found; Passing the Flame “Such things as this are nothing for me, yon Rambleforth, I am the one who came before all the rest, I am the first portal bandit.” The words hang in the air. Rambleforth can scarcely believe his ears! Not only had he come face to face with the…

  • Mr. Werlington’s flea circus part 3

    Mr. Werlington’s flea circus Part 3 Mr. Werlington looks up from the circus with dreamy eyes. The new visitor is persistent, and vigorously pounds the door again! He briefly recalls the days leading up to his departure from the colony. There had been many visitors, with urgent news and important requests. As he reaches the…

  • Are mermaids real?

    Are mermaids real? That may sound like an unusual question. I think it’s a fair question. Mermaids are synonymous with the sea. Dolphins are also synonymous with the sea. However past experiences tell us that we will see dolphins more often than mermaids. Of course this is all one guy’s opinion. However it was a…

  • Mr. Werlington’s flea circus part two

    Mr. Werlington’s flea circus part two What a strange and unusual afternoon it had been. From one thing to the next, it seemed as though this moment would never arrive. Mr. Werlington stares at the notice placed neatly on the kitchen table. The courier had been in a hurry, so, hadn’t remained. The colony had…

  • Pocket Wilderness Conflict Unexpected

    Pocket Wilderness Conflict Unexpected The pond water is dark and visibility is limited. Amorphous the alligator has no trouble getting within inches of the unsuspecting duck. This was going too easy. Sploosh! Something strikes Amorphous on the head! He thrashes in alarm, and has been caught completely off guard. The frightened duck quacks in shock,…

  • Mr. Werlington’s flea circus

    Mr. Werlington’s flea circus The day had been dreary, but that wasn’t a concern for Mr. Werlington. He enjoyed dreary days. Not only did he enjoy them but he absolutely looked forward to them. He was accustomed to being alone and found dreary days to be therapeutic. In fact, Mr. Werlington hadn’t spoken with a…