UoN’S CREATIVE WRITING Exhale and show me your pain, that writhes beneath your skin, in your blood, in your heart and mind, and tell of the throbbing ulcer, that grew when joy was absent, and beauty made a blotchy cesspit. Then breath new air into the world, newly bathed in the privilege to enter your pool of delight, and only then might life return once more, to your cheeks that were once painted, with a red hue of vigour.
A BREATH OF LIFE
Finlay Munden
A SCHOLAR’S ODYSSEY Amidst towering spires and ancient stone walls, a young scholar stood, his heart aflutter with the myriad of opportunities lay before him, much like a knight surveying a bustling medieval marketplace, brimming with colourful traders and potential endeavours. Beneath his feet, the cobbled paths echoed with the lively atmosphere of students and the clinking of armour, as if heralding the arrival of a dawn of new adventures. The scent of parchment, ink, and passion was intertwined by the aroma of hearty hall feasts, promising a chance to savour the rich tapestry of university life. As the sun kissed the horizon, casting a golden glow upon banners adorning the jousting grounds, the students’ eyes twinkled with excitement. Just as knights sought honour and camaraderie on tournament fields, he too sought acclaim, friendship, and meaning amidst the tapestry of societies, where bards strummed lutes and scholars debated with fervour. Within communal chambers hung woven artworks of past crusades, reminding him of the vibrant social scene that beckoned him to join. Each gathering was a chance to immerse himself in the lively court of university life, where chivalry extended beyond battles, and friendships were forged like tempered steel. His quest for enlightenment knew no boundaries, and the student embarked upon this with his new beginning.
Thomas Martin
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