Tales from the Desk Container

Conversation of the PenPals

Qaiser Khan
Hope * Healing * Humour
3 min readDec 17, 2023

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Tales from the Desk Container — Conversation of the PenPals
The Author Created it in Adobe Photoshop

Pens, pencils, scissors, and other bits and pieces were gathered vibrantly in the desk container among the whirl of holiday decorations and sparkling lights. As the clock struck midnight, signalling the arrival of Christmas Eve and the approaching New Year, the objects came to life, their conversations brimming with excitement and anticipation.

In the centre of the container stood a majestic golden pen adorned with a shimmering bow. With an air of authority, it cleared its throat and addressed the gathering.

“Dear friends, as we embark on the eve of Christmas and a new year, let us celebrate the joy and magic that fills the air. Each of us holds a unique purpose, and together, we create a symphony of creativity. Let our stories intertwine in a tale of hope, love, and cheer.”

The pencils, standing tall and vibrant, nodded in agreement. “Indeed! We shall sketch the dreams and aspirations of those who wield us. With each graphite stroke, we shall bring imagination to life and inspire new beginnings.”

A pair of scissors chimed in, their blades shimmering with festive patterns. “And we shall cut through the past, freeing ourselves from limitations and embracing the possibilities of the future. Let us trim away doubt and bring forth reinvention.”

The other items joined the conversation, their voices blending harmoniously. The erasers giggled with anticipation, eager to wipe away mistakes and make room for fresh starts. The rulers extended their long arms, promising to guide the hands of creativity in precise measure. The highlighters glowed with enthusiasm, ready to illuminate the path to success.

As the conversation progressed, a small, worn-out pencil stub, usually overshadowed, timidly spoke up. “Um, excuse me… I may be small, but I have a heart full of storiеs to tеll. I want to rеmind еvеryonе that this sеason is not just about accomplishmеnts or rеaching nеw hеights. It’s about connеction, kindnеss, and sprеading joy.”

The room fell into a peaceful silence, touched by the humble words of the pencil stub. The golden pen nodded appreciatively. “You are right, my friend. It is the heartfelt sentiments that truly matter. Remember to write letters of gratitude, lend an ear to those in need, and share our spirits' warmth.”

With renewed purpose, the objects in the container united in their resolution. They promised to make this Christmas and New Year a time of giving, compassion, and unity. The scissors and rulers would collaborate to craft intricate snowflakes, while the pencils and pens would compose heartfelt messages of love and hope.

As the clock ticked closer to dawn, the container glowed with an ethereal light, emanating the collective spirit of the objects. They knew their purpose extended beyond their roles — touching lives, inspiring dreams, and spreading happiness.

And so, as the world outside slept, the container on the desk shimmered with the magic of Christmas and the promise of a new year. In their unity, the pens, pencils, scissors, and other items were ready to embark on a journey of creativity and goodwill, leaving behind a trail of joy and inspiration.

As the first rays of sunlight spilt into the room, the objects returned to their still state, their conversations fading into whispers. But their shared resolve remained, etched in the air, ready to be brought to life with every stroke, cut, and written word throughout the festive season and beyond — a testament to the power of unity and the transformative magic of the holidays.

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Through her captivating storytelling, Liberty Forrest takes us to magical places where she creates a magical and fantastic tapestry that enthrals us and makes us want to read more. Her words give new life to age-old customs and inspire wonder and thankfulness for the world’s mysteries.

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Qaiser Khan
Hope * Healing * Humour

Devoted cooking enthusiast, poet, blogger, and content writer