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No Hope by Erin Shippey

Little life was detected in the whole landscape, the silence louder than any noise. The buildings were poorly constructed and abandoned, indicating serious poverty. The empty houses seemed to scream out, their inoccupation producing an aura of pure terror. Why these people left their homes, the only source of comfort to the individuals of this new and horrid world, prisoner 01472 could not tell. Reality seemed only an illusion to the current occupiers of this barren wasteland. The honourable beast stood proudly at it's master's side, it's large pools of golden mysteriousness staring up at prisoner 01472 with such admiration and affection it almost forgot about it's desolate surroundings. Almost. Wind brushed their faces and ruffled their hair. Tears slowly started to fall from the grim prisoner's eyes, hope was nowhere to be found. Both of them were fully aware of the unfortunate fate that awaited them beyond the courageous mountains, though it was difficult to believe. denial was the only consolation manageable. feeling as though they may collapse from starvation and exhaustion, the duo walked on silently. Every step was a burden. The adventure ahead and what was sure to come of it weighed heavily on their souls, any smidgen of joy was immediately washed away by the cruel, merciless waves of despair. Recovery from the trauma of the previous events of the journey seemed impossible.  

Turning 12 can be fun,

But it can also have its downfalls,

Like you realize next year your turning 13,

Officially and actually a teenager,

So it’s kind of scary right?

But also that you’ve turned 12,

And it’s your birthday so it has to be fun,

Like how you get all those gifts and presents,

Even though you already know most of them,

But just that feeling of being older,

And having more responsibilities,

And more mature,

Just makes it that little bit better,

Enjoying your birthday is treat,

So enjoy it while it lasts,

And have the time of your life.

By Poppy McKeran

2020-2021

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