The Consequences of Rhetoric

Recently, the US state of Colorado invoked a clause in the Constitution to bar Donald Trump from running for president in that state. Even more recently, Maine followed suite. Whilst Colorado tends to vote Democrat, Maine can potentially go either way, so there might be a greater impact on Trump’s 2024 presidential bid. Ultimately, the […]

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Writing Prompts: Muki

Today, this meerkat is exploring the mountains of Ecuador, in search of a Muki. A Muki is a dwarf-like entity, said to be no more than two feet tall, with long, bright blond hair, a head upon a body with no neck, and a reddish face with a white beard. Because Muki dwell in the […]

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The Meerkat Muse: 27th December 2023

We’re the other side of Christmas, and it is fair to say I am exhausted, but before we get to that, shall we go back to two weeks ago? Inclement Weather Rain was the chief order of the day, two weeks ago. I had to make a couple of journeys, and got soaked as a […]

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Writing Prompts: Trolls

For once, when I reference trolls, I am not referring to the internet idiots that you find across social media, but rather the Nordic legend. After covering the Christmas season, we’re back to my daughter’s suggestion of posts about mythical creatures, and since we had explored Cambodian legends last time, we’re on to the letter […]

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Writing Prompts: Boxing Day

It’s the day after the big one, and you’re tired, still horrifically full from Christmas Day’s food, and maybe a wee bit hungover. However, Boxing Day can be a very busy day, as a lot of people go back to work, lots of people see the family they couldn’t see on Christmas, and big sales […]

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Writing Prompts: Christmas Day!

We’ve arrived at the final door of the Meery Christmas Advent Calendar! Day 25 is opened, to reveal the sparkling joy of Christmas Day! Christmas Day is the date that Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. It is heralded as an extremely holy occasion, and today, many Churches around the world will be packed […]

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Writing Prompts: Christmas Eve

The 24th door of the Meery Christmas Advent Calendar is larger than the previous doors, because the 24th of December is Christmas Eve! We have arrived at the penultimate moment, the last chance to get ready, and the calm before the storm. Come Christmas Eve, all the key elements are hopefully in place. Presents are […]

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Writing Prompts: Christmas TV

The 23rd day of the Meery Christmas Advent Calendar treats us to the dubious realm of the Christmas Special! So, we’re settled on the sofa, ready to enjoy the classic Christmas Special of our favourite TV show, but will it be any good?! The mileage of the Christmas Special can vary. Sometimes they extend the […]

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Remember her Name

Back on a cold February day in Manchester, a young woman lost her life. Brianna Ghey, who was only 16 years of age, was stabbed to death by a teenage boy and girl, in a frenzied attack. It seems the children who carried out the attack were convinced they could conceal their crime, but they […]

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Writing Prompts: Christmas Scents

A pleasant aroma drifts from the Meery Christmas Calendar. You open door number 22, and behind it, is a scented candle. Today is all about how Christmas smells. There is a certain wonderful scent in the air with Christmas. I cannot put my finger on it. There’s a… warmth to it. Think of the mulled […]

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