Long ago, in a time of no death and no pain, Corax the raven stole fire from the gods. The animals and people were celebrating their new prize, setting flames everywhere they could to brighten the forest in the dark … Continue reading
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Once upon a time, when the earth was young and the sky was old, when animals had picked out their names but had not yet chosen their colors, none but the gods had fire. They used it to warm their … Continue reading
My day job has ended. I knew it was coming; they told us a while ago we were getting shut down as part of the acquisition of our parent company. Just business, and a solid decision for their goals. Honestly, … Continue reading
Jack Gardner wiped the sweat from his brow, leaving a trail of dirt to cling to his still-soaked face. The night air of late autumn was cool, even chilly when a breeze picked up, but the digging would overheat him … Continue reading