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HALCYON TIMES

A magazine to lighten the mind's load.

The place to go for calm.

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Tranquillity envelops you as you settle into the old rocking chair. The chair's rhythmic swaying lulls your body into a state of relaxation, easing away the tension from your muscles. With each gentle creak and rocking motion, your worries seem to disappear. Looking across the serene lake brings a soft smile to your lips. The gold-setting sun paints the water's surface, creating a tapestry of colours. The sky’s reflection merges with the calm waters, mirroring the peace within you. Breezes carry the secrets of the lake—secrets of untold stories. Nature's symphony creates a harmonious backdrop, further deepening your connection to this haven. The scent of damp earth and fresh water hangs in the air, mingling with the distant fragrance of blooming flowers.

            Then, twilight blankets the landscape. The outside world fades away, worries lose their grip, and your soul finds solace.  Here, in the embrace of the old wooden rocking chair overlooking the serene lake, you find a refuge from the chaos of everyday life. Time slows down, dreams take flight, and a profound sense of peace washes over you, nourishing your spirit and restoring your inner harmony.

General Guidelines 

• I prefer short stories and poems that can be read on one page, but I'm open to longer pieces as long as they maintain the storyline. 
• I'm open to considering all perspectives, even those of inanimate objects. What does the porch see when the resident goes to bed? What kind of dialogue does it hear between the grandmother and grandchild? 
• For every submission, the setting should incorporate the porch. 
• No word count/line restrictions.
• Submit your entry to halcyonhouse.ca@gmail.com with the subject "From the Front Porch Submission"

 

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The business of magazine publishing goes on! I'm driven to keep creating magazines like Halcyon Days. It's in my blood. The content and submission guidelines will be similar to  Halcyon Days. 

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