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Lauren Thomas

@girlrunninglate.bsky.social
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Runner. Running coach. Storyteller. Reader. Lover of cats and dogs (do NOT make me choose). I change my hair a LOT.

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Kate Bevan @katebevan.com · 24/09/2026
*extremely tired voice*AI agents don't "go rogue". They are not sentient; they don't have agency. They work within guardrails set by humans. If the humans are so shit at building secure sandboxes for the agents to work within, that's on the humans. Stop using this framing.
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Mark Chadbourn @chadbourn.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Farage was - once again - lying when he said counter terrorism police had delayed his speech because of threats. West Midlands police confirm they gave no such advice.
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Holly Brockwell @hollyqueenofspayeds.com · 09/06/2026
In a turn of events that could only happen to me, my eyeless cat Bertie needs... eye surgery. This friday. Help, please?!
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
I've only just started the new season of #Shrinking, and with #Parkinsons in our family, crikey did episode one hit hard. That ending was like a knife in the heart. Just phenomenal storytelling and acting.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Absolutely gutted to have just received this text about #CynthiaErivo and #Dracula. This was my birthday celebration. Really hope everyone involved is ok.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
That smile he gives after he says "for what". He's repulsive.
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Simon Pegg @simonpegg.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Amazing news that Suella Braverman has defected to Reform UK a mere 194 days since her husband, Rael Braverman, left Reform UK for comments they made criticising his wife.
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Jonathan Pie @jonathanpienews.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
It's not even the Tory-lite Party any more, is it? It's just The Tories - with special guest star, Nigel Farage.
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It's Pipes, Mum! Pipes is here! @scriblit.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Liz Truss waiting patiently by her phone for Reform to ring, not realising it's actually a penguin biscuit
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
What was it that Farage said a couple of weeks ago? 🤔
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
I've just entered @cbcreative.bsky.social's #Discoveries2026. Nothing ventured, nothing gained eh? I'm so proud of what I've written, and I hope someone else sees the magic in it one day. Whether or not that will be the Discoveries judges, only time will tell.
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Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 15/12/2025
this is one of the most psychotic things Trump has ever posted
A very sad thing happened last night in Hollywood. Rob Reiner, a tortured and struggling, but once very talented movie director and comedy star, has passed away, together with his wife, Michele, reportedly due to the anger he caused others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME, sometimes referred to as TDS. He was known to have driven people CRAZY by his raging obsession of President Donald J. Trump, with his obvious paranoia reaching new heights as the Trump Administration surpassed all goals and expectations of greatness, and with the Golden Age of America upon us, perhaps like never before. May Rob and Michele rest in peace!
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Justin @turtleflea.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Gutted it’s over! These have been soooo good! I’m gonna miss them.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
This is it. The last #microfiction. 365 days of 100 words. 36,500 words. If you only ever read one of them, thank you. This is called Sowing. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/11/05/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a female writer, viewed from behind, standing and leaning back on a wooden desk as she looks out of the window in front of her. Her posture suggests she has just completed a significant piece of work, her shoulders relaxed, perhaps with a contented sigh. The desk itself is organised but shows signs of recent use – scattered papers, a few open books, a steaming mug of tea or coffee, and a pen resting upon a finished manuscript. The overall aesthetic is one of peaceful creativity and focused dedication.
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Justin @turtleflea.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
This one’s an absolute beauty! Gonna miss these!
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Day 364/365 of my #microfiction challenge, and I've been a bit self-indulgent by referencing one of my favourite poems and one of my favourite films. It's called All of us Stars. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/11/04/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a mother and her daughter, silhouetted against a vast, inky blue night sky, their faces tilted upwards in wonder. The sky above them is a breathtaking spectacle, densely populated with countless shimmering stars, with a few brighter celestial bodies clearly visible. The aesthetic is serene and awe-inspiring, captured in a medium shot that emphasises their shared moment of quiet contemplation under the cosmic expanse.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Whilst working on my writing I walk dogs to supplement my income. One of my regular boys died yesterday and even though I knew the day when I had to say goodbye to one of them would come eventually, I feel incredibly sad today. I'm glad he was happy and bouncy on our walk on Saturday.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
It's #microfiction day 363/365 and this one is called 'L'appel du Vide'. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/11/03/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a glass suspension bridge in China, spanning a vast, scenic gorge with lush green mountains in the background under a clear blue sky. The architectural marvel of the transparent bridge is highlighted, with its sturdy structure visible beneath the feet of a few distant, tiny figures enjoying the panoramic view. The overall aesthetic is awe-inspiring and modern, emphasising the scale and natural beauty of the landscape.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
It's #microfiction day 362/365 and this one is called Speak Up. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/11/02/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a disgruntled-looking domestic cat, wearing an elaborate frilly pink fancy dress costume. It sits in the centre of a vibrant, slightly messy child's bedroom. The room features scattered plush toys, colourful drawings taped to the pink walls, and a sunbeam illuminating dust motes. The cat's expression is one of mild annoyance, contrasting humorously with the cheerful setting.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
It's #microfiction day 361/365 and this one is called Unwanted Words. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/11/01/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
AN AI generated image of a close-up, eye-level shot of a man's hand, holding a brushed metal lighter, its flame igniting a handwritten letter that he holds in his other hand. The scene is set against the backdrop of a modern, clean kitchen sink with subtle light reflections on the stainless steel. The aesthetic is minimalist and contemporary, emphasising the texture of the paper and the warmth of the flame.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 360 and this is called Surprise. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/31/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a woman in her thirties, dressed in professional attire, entering her house through the front door, silhouetted against the dim, dusky street behind her. The interior of the house is dark, with no lights on.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 359/365 and this one is called The Last. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/30/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a lone woman walks down a dark, empty street at night. The scene is illuminated only by the warm, inviting glow emanating from the windows of a few scattered houses, creating pools of light in the surrounding blackness.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 358/365 and this is called History Lesson. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/29/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a vast antique shop filled with shelves overflowing with a diverse collection of vintage items, illuminated by warm, ambient light.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
It's day 357/365 and this one is called The Player. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/28/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of two teenage boys, engrossed in playing a video game. They are both holding controllers, the glow of a monitor illuminating their faces as they focus intently on the digital world unfolding before them.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 356/365 and this one is called Black Friday. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/27/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a vast, derelict shopping mall interior, bathed in dim, dusty sunlight filtering through broken skylights. Rusted escalators stand frozen mid-flight and an abandoned shopping cart rests askew on the cracked linoleum floor, surrounded by debris. The atmosphere is eerie and melancholic, captured in a wide-angle shot emphasising the decay and emptiness.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
I've written a #flashfiction every day for the last 355 days. There are just 10 days of my challenge left to go. I'm caught between relief that the pressure will be off, and the fear of wondering what comes next. #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 355 and this is called Muscle Memory. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/26/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a close-up, eye-level shot of an antique wooden trunk, its surface weathered and worn. The lid is open, revealing a vibrant collection of neatly folded showgirl costumes. Delicate feathers in iridescent hues and sparkling sequins are visible, catching the light and hinting at opulent stage performances. The interior of the trunk is dark and rich, contrasting with the dazzling costumes.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 354/365 and this one is called The Morning After. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/25/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a dimly lit bedroom with a rumpled bed. A duvet is pulled up over a man's head, suggesting a severe hangover. The scene is captured with a medium shot, focusing on the disarray of the bedding and the unseen presence within.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 353 and this one is called I'm Not Here. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/24/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a child hiding behind thick, cream-coloured curtains in a cozy lounge. Only their feet, clad in soft socks, are visible peeking between a gap at the bottom of the curtains. The scene is captured with a shallow depth of field, focusing on the child's feet.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
Sorry - was watching #TheTraitors 🤣 It's #microfiction day 352/365 and this is called The Warning. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/23/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a whimsical, friendly dinosaur-shaped nightlight, emitting a soft, warm glow, sitting on a wooden bedside table in a dimly lit child's bedroom. The room features subtle, muted colours, a hint of wallpaper pattern on the wall, and the gentle silhouette of toys or books on a shelf in the background. The focus is on the playful design of the nightlight and the cozy atmosphere of the room.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 351 and this one is called Significance. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/22/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a yellow taxi cab that has skidded across a dark, wet highway at night. Blurred taillights and streetlights reflect off the slick asphalt. The scene is captured from a low angle, emphasising the chaotic motion and the surrounding dark, rainy atmosphere.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 350/365 and this one is called Misremembered. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/21/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a bright orange, crumpled child's sleeping bag  partially unzipped on a soft carpeted floor.
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autumn coded @hoovybaby.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Wake up, babe, the least subtle visual metaphor in history just dropped
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 349 and this one is called In Need of Rescue. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/20/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a neglected, overgrown front garden featuring a worn wooden post with a short, frayed rope dangling from it, suggesting a dog was recently tethered there. The ground directly in front of the post is a patch of bare, compacted earth, visibly worn from repeated pacing.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 348/365 and this one is called Go Gently. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/19/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a bride and groom holding hands tenderly at their wedding ceremony in the 1980s. The bride wears a classic white gown with voluminous sleeves and a veil, while the groom is in a formal tuxedo. The scene is bathed in warm, nostalgic light, evoking the era's aesthetic.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 347/365 and this one is called Hurry. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/18/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of seven whimbrels, their long, distinctly down-curved beaks sharp and visible, standing on a windswept Scottish beach bathed in the warm, golden light of a dramatic sunset. The sky is a gradient of fiery oranges, soft pinks, and deep purples, reflecting subtly on the wet sand. The birds are looking directly towards the viewer with keen interest.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
When your friend makes a joke about a title for your next #microfiction and you decide to roll with it. It's day 346 and this is The Ferret's Waistband. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/17/m...
An AI generated image of a luxurious bespoke suit shop on Savile Row, with rich mahogany displays, neatly pressed suits in a variety of fine wools and silks, elegant mannequins showcasing tailored jackets and trousers, soft ambient lighting illuminating the opulent interior, and a polished wooden counter, rendered in a realistic photographic style.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 345 and this is called The Things Told to us as Children. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/16/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated, close-up, eye-level image of a five-year-old boy, with a look of concentration, stirring a bowl of colourful cereal with a spoon. The scene is brightly lit, with a slightly blurred kitchen background, emphasising the child's activity. The image has a warm and playful aesthetic.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 344/365 and this one is called Say Cheese. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/15/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a male dentist, around forty years old, wearing a surgical face mask. His eyes crinkle at the corners, conveying a warm, genuine smile that is visible even behind the mask.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 342/365 and this is called Right Now. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/13/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a cheerful five-year-old girl, bundled in a large, cozy coat with her hood pulled up, standing indoors, cradling six soft teddy bears in her arms. The scene is captured with a shallow depth of field, focusing on the girl and her beloved companions.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 341 and this is called Existence. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/12/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of two women seated separately on a wooden park bench. One woman is sipping from a paper takeaway coffee cup, her gaze thoughtful. The other woman possesses a subtle, almost otherworldly serene aura, her features softly illuminated by natural light. The scene is set in a sun-dappled park, with lush green foliage and scattered autumn leaves creating a tranquil atmosphere.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 340/365 and this is called A Conversation over Breakfast. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/11/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a sealed, transparent packet containing two golden-brown, shop-bought croissants sitting on a rustic wooden kitchen counter. The background reveals a quaint, sunlit kitchen in the UK, with subtle hints of patterned wallpaper and crockery in the background. There is a window on the right bringing natural light into the room with a plant on the windowsill.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 339/365 and I'm just in on time. This is called Moonshine. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/10/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a close-up, high-definition photograph of a full moon in a dark night sky, with subtle, artistic shadowing on its surface creating the illusion of a gentle smile. The moonlight casts a soft, ethereal glow on the surrounding darkness.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 338/365 and this one is called Love Language. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/09/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a piece of toast on a white plate with a heart shape pushed into the centre of the slice. This hasn't toasted, and stands out against the browner bread. The image is taken from above.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
Because sometimes we need a weird and whimsical story. It's #microfiction day 337/365 and this one is called Once Upon a Time. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/08/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a tabby cat in a tiara, running through some grass as she chases a dragonfly.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 336/365 and this one is called Catch. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/07/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a solitary woman standing in a vast, windswept open field under a dramatic, cloudy sky. Her hands are clasped tightly together at her chest, as if cradling something precious and fragile she fears might escape. Her expression is one of palpable fear, with wide eyes and a slightly parted mouth.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 335 and this one is called Chasing Your Own Tail. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/06/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of two women in their twenties walking down the street. They're having a conversation but they look frustrated with each other.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 334/365 and this one is called Welcome. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/05/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
A photorealistic image of someone sinister sat at a desk, checking names at the gates of hell. They are wearing a black cloak and rather than a face, they are a grinning skull.
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Lauren Thomas @girlrunninglate.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
It's #microfiction day 333/365 and this one is called Urban Myth. www.laurenthomas.uk/2025/10/04/m... #FlashFiction #AStoryEveryDay #AmWriting #WritersOfBluesky #WritingCommunity
An AI generated image of a woman with long dark hair walking quickly alone through the woods.
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