Category Archives: satire

AI: Final Frontier

Posted on June 4, 2023 by Amoeba

When the door to his cell slammed open at 0610, ten minutes after the bell, Charles was dressed, in his beige robe, and ready. Outside the door, dressed in his usual imperious scowl, was Peter. He was alone. Charles fell … Continue reading →

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Amoebaʻs Lorica: Dragonflight Scramble!

Posted on May 21, 2023 by Amoeba

I wish that I could fly Into the sky So very high Just like a dragonfly I’d fly above the trees Over the seas in all degrees To anywhere I please – “Fly Away“, Lenny Kravitz A sunny summer morning … Continue reading →

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Amoeba’s Lorica: You Can’t Always Get What You Want

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Amoeba

With apologies to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. I saw it today at the checkstand, The very last pint of heavy cream. It was in another’s bag; I asked the lady, Is there backroom stock, or is that just a … Continue reading →

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