Figures of Speech (short story)

Figures of Speech Azure James It’s real interesting how some figures of speech can really happen. Fer’ example, the phrase “black sheep of the family” is pretty accurate. Only ’bout ten percent of sheep are black, so it shows how many family members are “strange” on average. There wasn’t nothing too strange about Bob Clark … Continue reading »

Cast of Characters in my new Southern Stories

Living in West Virginia Ralph Hopkins- Hunter, living alone. Slow. Henry Pailler- Ralph’s married friend.   Living in Kentucky Bobby Carson- Simple man living alone. Christie Earnest- Married to Robert Randall. Pam Earnest- Christie and Jesco’s mom. Good pie maker. Jesco Earnest- Christie’s brother. Matt Powell- Brothers with Joe Powell. Joe Powell- Brothers with Matt … Continue reading »

Schoolgirl Troubles

Schoolgirl Troubles by Azure James  (part of a series of Southern short stories) Christie Earnest seemed like she always was in trouble. When she was first in school, everyone would pick on her. It got perty bad sometimes. Guess the whole reason was that she was… “different” looking. Wasn’t her fault– she was born that … Continue reading »

Bobby and Jesco

Bobby and Jesco by Azure James  (part of a series of Southern short stories)          The way I see it, Jesco Earnest had no good reason to do what he did that day. I’ll start from the beginnin’. Ol’ Jesco and Bobby Carson were good buds out ’round the woods where I grew … Continue reading »

The Rifle (short story)

The Rifle (part of a series of southern short stories) by Azure James   Well, if you think what I’m talkin’ about is crazy or somethin’, then I reckon you should hear a story ’bout West Virginny. I’m dern happy to live in Kentucky. ‘Least the people and the police here ain’t too rough. Ain’t … Continue reading »

Memories

  And although he traveled far from home, He never found what he searched for Only mirrored shattered fragments of the past formed anew      

“Demons” (short scary movie I made)

This is a short movie I made with my friend one night. It’s about an accountant who goes to an old man to try to fix his workplace and maritial problems. I have to say, “Demons” turned out pretty well, considering the tiny budget. There are a few scary parts! Tell me what y’all think.  … Continue reading »

How to Lift Weights for Free (for beginners)

I’m pretty cheap (or “frugal” in fancier terms.) Because of that, I avoid spending any money on overpriced kettlebells or dumbells or anything else of that sort. It’s just as easy to get the same effect at home for free. If you haven’t done too much working out or physical activity lately, it is best … Continue reading »