Michael Humphris, Author at Michael Humphris

Wherever

Wherever I travel it seems that sparks fly. I thought that it might be different on this Caribbean island. All seemed to be going well until I visited her bar. You ask who she is, well she is the lioness…

Memories are made of this.

Footnotes: I apologise that I am not able to comment on many stories just at present, - time seems to fly by, however I do try to read all the stories posted on the three flash fiction sites I follow.…

Twilight

The church tower stood out against the riot of colour that formed the evening sky. This day I had seen sights which were burned into my mind. Cavorting couples dancing around fountains, lovers sitting arm in arm on towering staircases.…

Dawnrider

The dawnrider is fast, but this day we need more from her. Three longboats have chased us all the way from Albion, and have closed in on us as we slowed seeking a safe place to land our precious guests…

Building Dams

I never thought this would be me. I thought that I was going to build dams in the Southern Hemisphere. Now instead of rice and vegetable curry, I am eating burgers and putting on weight. We had such plans. Traveling…

Behind the Net Curtains

photo prompt by Jean L Hays... I have been out hunting for some luxuries. An apple came my way. I should return to the bothy, but I want to check the bins in the village. I found rich pickings yesterday,…

A Day Out

The train was jammed full, so we let it travel on alone. Leaving Hellifield we took the back lanes to Hawes, where we attempted a spot of gardening. But fish and chips called. Now the fun part arrived travelling over…

Cairo

I am being escorted by a fleet of various vehicles carrying gun toting police and army personal. What the heck, I have always wanted to visit Egypt. A little danger adds to the ambiance. And what atmosphere this country has.…

Surprised

Colour and noise saluted me as I left the airport, and very nearly so did my money. Do you need a taxi sir. Would you like some diamonds. Handmade shirts. The choice was phenomenal, but my first purchase was a…

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