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What if you woke to find you had unlimited power?
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Tia Green is having a very bad day. The rain has soaked her to the skin; she has battled another muggy rush hour only to arrive late at the office, forcing another run in with the lecherous thug known as her boss. Her self esteem has never been so low, her fantasies of a carefree life never so vivid.
That evening, after stumbling upon her boyfriend in bed with her best friend, Tia’s suffering spikes to new heights. In its aftermath, she discovers a magical change in the fabric of her existence: she can do anything, she can be anyone and go anywhere. High on her newfound power, she ditches all that holds her down in favour a fabulously rich and indulgent lifestyle. The veil of glamour soon fades, her insecurities quickly return, those who have trodden on her wander her mind, and those who irritate prick her senses. Her unlimited power leads her to choices that carry unforeseen and terrifying consequences …
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I wrote Tia Green in 2004 in a blur of inspired frenzy. The original work was in need of some crafting and I spent a few of the middle months of 2008 redrafting the piece. The story is in six chapters and all are available to read.
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The story was inspired by, ‘The Words of My Perfect Teacher’, by Patrul Rinpoche.
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All material is copyright © Richard Clarke
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