Category: Books

Horton Meets the Doctor

In the jungle of Whoville, one fine day,

Horton the elephant was heard to say,

“I hear a strange sound, oh my, oh me!

It’s like a whooshing, a whirling, a cosmic spree!”

Out of the TARDIS, in a flash of blue,

Appeared the Doctor, both quirky and true.

With a bowtie so bold and a sonic so keen,

He told Horton, “Hello there, I’m the Doctor, I’ve been!”

Horton blinked twice, his ears all a-flap,

“Who are you, sir, in this strange mishap?”

The Doctor grinned wide, his eyes full of glee,

“I’m the Time Lord from Gallifrey, that’s me!”

Horton, amazed, trumpeted a cheer,

“Time travel, you say? That’s perfectly clear!

I’m an elephant with a heart that’s grand,

Let’s explore the universe; together we’ll stand!”

So off they went, on adventures so grand,

Through time and space, across the land.

With the TARDIS and Horton, an unlikely pair,

They journeyed on, a duo beyond compare.

A Ghostbusters Carol

Once upon a time in the heart of London, the Ghostbusters faced a peculiar case that went beyond their usual spectral encounters. Late one cold and foggy Christmas Eve, the call came in from none other than Ebenezer Scrooge himself. The notorious miser and tight-fisted old man had a ghost problem that even he couldn’t ignore.

Always up for a challenge, the Ghostbusters quickly assembled their proton packs and headed to Scrooge’s gloomy mansion. They were greeted by the elderly man with a mix of skepticism and desperation.

“Ghostbusters, you say?” Scrooge grumbled. “I don’t believe in such nonsense, but these spirits won’t leave me be! They’re ruining my business and haunting my sleep. I demand you rid me of them!”

Undeterred by Scrooge’s skepticism, the Ghostbusters thoroughly investigated the mansion. The air was thick with the presence of otherworldly entities, and the team soon realized that these weren’t just ordinary ghosts. They were the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future – the very apparitions that had visited Scrooge the night before.

Dr. Peter Venkman, always the one with a quick wit, remarked, “Looks like someone had a Dickens of a night, huh?”

As the Ghostbusters delved deeper into the spectral mystery, they discovered that the spirits were trapped in a temporal loop, repeatedly replaying the events of Scrooge’s transformation. The team knew they had to break the cycle to free Scrooge and the restless spirits.

With a combination of scientific prowess and a touch of holiday magic, the Ghostbusters devised a plan. Using their proton packs, they synchronized their energy emissions to disrupt the temporal loop. The spirits were temporarily halted as the beams of energy intertwined, and the team entered the ethereal realm.

In a surreal landscape that mirrored Scrooge’s memories, the Ghostbusters encountered each spirit separately. With their scientific know-how, they convinced the Ghost of Christmas Past, Present, and Future to release their hold on Scrooge. As the temporal loop unraveled, the spirits faded away, leaving a sense of peace behind.

Back in the real world, Scrooge couldn’t believe his eyes as the apparitions disappeared. He stood in his mansion, surrounded by the Ghostbusters and a newfound warmth in his heart.

“Thank you,” Scrooge whispered, his once-icy demeanor melting away. “I never thought I’d say this, but Merry Christmas, Ghostbusters!”

The Ghostbusters tipped their proton packs in acknowledgment and left the transformed Scrooge to enjoy the rest of his Christmas Eve. As they exited the mansion, the team shared a moment of satisfaction, knowing that they saved Scrooge from his ghostly predicament and brought a little more joy to the world on that magical Christmas night.

Bell the Cat

A modern retelling of an old Fable

Once upon a time, in a modern metropolis, there was a bustling city full of mice. Despite their tiny size, the mice were clever and resourceful. They lived in the shadows, scurrying through narrow alleyways and hidden corners, always cautious of the looming danger of the city’s resident predator, a crafty cat named Mr. Whiskers.

The mice, tired of living in constant fear, held a meeting in their underground lair to discuss a solution. “We need to find a way to know when the cat is near,” squeaked one brave mouse named Oliver. “If only we could put a bell on Mr. Whiskers’ collar, we would hear him coming and have time to escape!”

The idea sparked excitement among the mice, and they agreed it was worth a try. But there was one glaring problem: how to get the bell on the cat without being caught. They pondered and brainstormed, putting their sharp little minds to work.

Finally, a young and tech-savvy mouse named Max proposed a modern twist to their plan. “Instead of physically putting a bell on Mr. Whiskers,” he suggested, “let’s create a virtual bell that will alert us whenever the cat is nearby.”

Intrigued, the mice gathered around as Max explained his ingenious plan. He would develop a sophisticated surveillance system using motion sensors and cameras placed strategically throughout the city. These sensors would detect the cat’s movements and trigger an alert on the mice’s smartphones or tiny smartwatches.

Excitement filled the air as the mice envisioned a future where they could navigate the city with ease and avoid Mr. Whiskers altogether. The plan was set in motion, and Max worked tirelessly, using his technical expertise to design and implement the surveillance system.

Soon enough, the city was equipped with a network of tiny cameras and motion sensors, cleverly hidden in every nook and cranny. The system was connected to an app on the mice’s smartphones, ensuring they would be immediately alerted whenever the cat approached.

The mice rejoiced as their new technological advantage turned the tide in their favor. Whenever Mr. Whiskers ventured near, a notification would sound, warning the mice to scurry to safety. They could go about their daily activities, enjoying their newfound freedom and security.

Word of their success spread among the mouse community, and neighboring cities started implementing similar surveillance systems. The mice had turned the tables on their feline foe, using technology to outsmart him at every turn.

And so, the legend of the mice who wanted to put a bell on the cat was retold throughout the generations. It served as a reminder of the power of innovation, adaptation, and the courage to challenge the status quo. The city’s mice lived happily ever after, knowing they had overcome their fear and triumphed over their once-dreaded enemy, thanks to their modern twist on an age-old problem.

This looks like a children’s book to me

God’s Puzzle

“She thought that it was interesting how just about everyone had a special talent or skill, something they were naturally drawn to and good at, and then they worked years to master it. Nobody knew how to do everything. It wasn’t possible. There wasn’t enough time in the night. But everyone knew something. And everyone was a little different. Some people did one thing. Others did another. It made her think that maybe God intended for them to all fit together, like a puzzle made whole.” ~Sefafina and the Black Cloak