“Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a scattering of brown slowly recede into the walls as we walked into the next room: live roaches.” - Jean Kwok, Girl in Translation
Peering towards the edge of the campsite I saw a mass of black fur with sharp and marble textured talons proceeding from definite limbs and an elongated neck: a bear.
As I watched the ibises pick and peck their way through the grass in the pond, I noticed a large, black shape making its way to the surface of the murky water: an alligator.
Trekking over the arrays of green and brown of the dark, ominous forest floor, my heart shook as a chill raced through my spine and black slowly enveloped my eyes: midnight.
There were dark, intimidating clouds in the sky this morning so I need to bring some things to keep from getting rained on : an umbrella, rain boots, and a rain coat.
She looked at the clock as she stood in front of a crowd of people waiting on her to begin speaking, the same feeling hits her every time: stage fright.
When I walked into the stadium, I saw a bunch of people in white running on the field: lacrosse players.
ReplyDeleteA burst of savory and unfamiliar flavors made their way into my mouth all at once: Oxbridge lunches.
ReplyDeleteIn history class we are working on Pacha Kuchas: Japanese for "chit chat," we have to create a presentation using only pictures.
ReplyDeleteAs we entered the cave, illumination dropped and screeching began: bats.
ReplyDeleteWhile walking down the hall, I noticed a little shiny platform at the end of the hallway: a cd.
ReplyDeleteAs I awake knowing what is heading my way, hoping it won't be too insane as it is early in the morning: morning swim practice before school.
ReplyDeleteIn my peripheral vision, I see a tall brunette in a bright red shirt striding in my direction: my best friend.
ReplyDeleteTo my right, I saw a large, white, feathery object perched on top of a pole: a bird.
ReplyDeleteAs I hopped into the pool for swim practice, I saw a bunch of small, brown creatures swimming around: drowning beetles.
ReplyDeleteAs I walked through the gates, the smell of fried food and the screams of children hit me: state fair.
ReplyDeleteI looked out at the expanse of gray and noticed a black shape cut through the fog: a skier, taking advantage of the calm water.
ReplyDeleteI walk into the gym and watch the players warming up, nets being set, and volleyballs rolling around: it's game day.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was walking past the neighbors yard, I smelled this pungent odor, I looked at it and it looked like melted fudge brownies: dog poop
ReplyDeleteThe walls seemed to be getting closer, the amount of air available decreasing: closing cave
ReplyDeleteThe one thing kids these days take for granted is undeniably the most important part of our lives: school. -Patricia B
ReplyDeleteAs I walk down the graffiti filled street, I hear 3 gun shots go off, I realize: the bullet hit me too.
ReplyDeletePeering towards the edge of the campsite I saw a mass of black fur with sharp and marble textured talons proceeding from definite limbs and an elongated neck: a bear.
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ReplyDeleteWhen you least expect it, something sneaks up on you exactly when you don't want it to: time.
ReplyDeleteAs I watched the ibises pick and peck their way through the grass in the pond, I noticed a large, black shape making its way to the surface of the murky water: an alligator.
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ReplyDeleteWords and a melody that explain things in a whole new way: music.
ReplyDeleteComing home from a long day of school I smell a sharp, intense, gross smell and see something on my floor: the dog left me a present.
ReplyDeleteInfront of me, I saw a long, black, skinny, slimy object, making hissing sounds: a snake
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ReplyDelete"As my finger pressed down on the cold, hard plastic, a light started to glow in my face: my computer was turning on."
ReplyDelete"Through the window, I saw a large white object soaring through the sky: a plane."
ReplyDeleteAs we drive deeper into the woods, I see a group of large, green objects quickly scatter into the surrounding bushes: American Crocodiles.
ReplyDeleteAs I was devouring my delectable vanilla ice cream, I noticed a tiny black spot circling in the bottom of the bowl: a fly.
ReplyDeleteA dark, slim shadow appearing from the fog: a kidnapper.
ReplyDeleteI stepped on a slimy, sticky, and squishy lumping the grass that wiggled when my toes touched it: an enormous bufo toad.
ReplyDeleteA giant yellow blur whizzed past my face; A tennis ball
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ReplyDeleteI knew dinner time was approaching, then as I walked downstairs an amazing smell entered my nose: Mac & Cheese.
ReplyDeleteIn the big jail cell, the man saw a bright yellow object that stood out from the otherwise simple room: a teddy bear.
ReplyDeleteTrekking over the arrays of green and brown of the dark, ominous forest floor, my heart shook as a chill raced through my spine and black slowly enveloped my eyes: midnight.
ReplyDeleteAs I combed through my hair, I saw something black moving out of the corner of my eye: a crab spider.
ReplyDeleteI walked into the room and saw a big, furry, energetic animal: a dog.
ReplyDeleteAs I checked into the cross-fit gym, a notification from my trainer flashed across my screen: one-thousand 250lb tire flips.
ReplyDeleteOur kayak rocked from side to side as we saw a figure slowly rise and a quick spout of water shot up beside us: a blue whale.
ReplyDeleteWhen I made my burrito, I put in the beef and cheese, but i forgot to put in the sour cream and guacamole: the best parts.
ReplyDeleteI happened to notice an abnormally large shadow advancing towards the fish i had hooked: a 13 foot Bullshark.
ReplyDeleteThe lone figure had slipped through the grasp of society, bringing something far more powerful than himself: rebellion.
ReplyDeleteWhen she walked into the dimly lit cave, she instantly got the feeling of one hundred pairs of eyes on her: friendly cave-dwelling bats
ReplyDeleteAs I walked through the jungle, I saw something orange and black walking next to us in the tall grassland:a full grown tiger.
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ReplyDeletePlaying lacrosse involves lots of equipment: helmet, pads, stick, and lacrosse balls
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ReplyDeleteA dark cloud drifted pass me without fear: large spiders.
ReplyDeleteTurning on my computer, I noticed something on my screen: dirt.
ReplyDeleteRecently, I have been trying to eat more healthy foods: fruits, vegetables, meats, and fish.
ReplyDeleteI always loose, but today was different: I won
ReplyDeleteThere were dark, intimidating clouds in the sky this morning so I need to bring some things to keep from getting rained on : an umbrella, rain boots, and a rain coat.
ReplyDeleteToday in english class we learned about colons: looks like two periods and have to have an independent clause.
ReplyDeleteThe halls swell with students, conversations scattered among all of the students: school.
ReplyDeleteTo my left, I saw a small, brown covered animal sitting on the couch: my dog.
ReplyDeleteWhen I walked into my cousins' home I heard something running, nearly silent yet audible: their new puppy coming to greet me.
ReplyDeleteShe looked at the clock as she stood in front of a crowd of people waiting on her to begin speaking, the same feeling hits her every time: stage fright.
ReplyDeleteWe were walking through the wet grass when we saw a small black animal running at us: a black lab.
ReplyDeleteI have practice after school, so I need to bring the proper attire: shoes, shorts, shirt, and a basketball.
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