Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin

Joined September 2023

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Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.

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Your Seat, My Seat
The train arrived at the same time every day. Mdm. Lim Swee Neo usually boarded the same carriage, with the same expressionless, tired faces staring blankly at her. The crowded carriage meant that a seat was a precious commodity that no one wanted to give up.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Fiction
Embracing the Oak Tree
No, I'm not singing Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Old Oak Tree by Tony Orlando, but I do advocate giving the said oak some time. Why?
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
When Thumbs are Down
If we haven't received a rejection in some form, we haven't lived. Someone, in some century, will have told us that we're not adequate in a personal or professional capacity.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
Empty Chair
This is a celebratory and joy-filled period for many, who will be spending well-deserved time with family and friends. We take a little introspective time for family members or those whom others may, consciously or otherwise, overlook.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
Flying the Flag
This is for Mikeydred's Truly July challenge. If you wish to participate and aren't sure about the requirements, do read about them here.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
Multicoloured Necklace
Part 1 Houses. Cookie cutter houses. As Cordelia Low looked out of the window of her father's BMW, each seemed no different from the last. Each was humongous, with an ultimate family luxury - a swimming pool in its backyard.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Fiction
Synched Speech Bubbles
If you've been on this Earth for some time, you'll know that ill-timed speech can cause relationships tsunamis. You'll understand its importance for building trust, resolving conflicts, connecting emotionally and managing expectations.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
Guardian
This little story is for all dog lovers out there. "When did you start noticing this?" The vet asked, his voice ringing with concern.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Fiction
Bright red beet
The famous faux pas. Everyone makes one, and baulks afterwards. Of course, it leaves one at the height of discomfort. We do what humans do - make a myriad of mistakes. Admittedly, we can't avoid them, but we can make up for them with sincere apologies. We try to learn from these errors and move forward.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
Board of Destiny. Content Warning.
Teenagers. One can't live with them, and can certainly live without them, so thought Miss Karen Lim as she trudged into the staff room after another trying day with
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Horror
Rainclouds
Life's challenges are like a water cycle with rain as their constant outcome. We spend most of life seeking shelter from these since they come at an unstoppable rate.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Poets
Last Train
Prologue Everyone usually tries to avoid the subway's last train. And it's no surprise - the final carriage of the train usually transports, along with each passengers, a rich air of mystery.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin2 years ago in Horror