Monthly Archives: February, 2012

Preston Dirges and New Beginnings

Int. Bedroom - Morning An alarm clock buzzes. It is 7am. PRESTON (V.O.): 1. Alarm clock. Wake. Set it back 5 minutes....

The Blunt Edge of Reason

I found my soul, not in A church, But in the hallowed secular space of A waiting room. The pews faced the altars of Glass-fronted counters And I patiently waited...

The GOP and the Labour Party: Uncanny Similarities

It might seem like heresy to suggest there are similarities between the Grand Old Party of American politics, the Republicans, some of whom believe...

The Reign of Forty

Here is a message of sympathy to anyone (who shall, and should, remain nameless) finding they have turned 40 years of age. Imagine...

About Halfthoughts

This website showcases content created by Eric Priezkalns, who also uses the pen name Ray Blank when writing science fiction. It includes stories, essays, poems, short films and audio recordings.