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An Autumn Message
The writing prompt I chose today was “The fall always brings change, but this year…” We had 20 minutes to write. An Autumn Message The colors change The world revolves The time has come The winds blow gently as thoughts … Continue reading
Friend or Foe? POV
The original prompt in 2024 was to write about household items – something useful. After writing the piece, it was suggested that I write another piece from a different point of view (a drop of water), which I did. Here … Continue reading
A Sense of Discovery
The writing prompt was the word Discover. A Sense of Discovery As you discover the world around you Let what comforts you be your guide Discover with your ears – and listen Sounds of a gentle rain The … Continue reading
Contrasts
The Story Spark was Summer Soundscape. I chose the prompt – Booming fireworks, eclipsing the moon in color. We had 20 minutes to write. Contrasts A flash of colors with sparks of yellow A booming sound that breaks the silence The … Continue reading
Ode to a Contronym
Ode to a Contronym* Silence is a special word; its meaning is unclear. It calms the nerves and lets us think of things that we hold dear. But there are times when making noise is just the way to … Continue reading
Don’t give up
This week’s story spark was Someone Says… I chose the writing prompt – Don’t Give Up. Don’t Give Up My best friend just stood me up Don’t give up I’ll never make it to my destination in time Don’t give … Continue reading
Make Room
The writing prompt for this piece was the phrase – Make room. Make Room The jobs are scarce, Mine taken away. There was no choice. Make room for me. Their card is green. He said too bad. You don’t belong. … Continue reading
Falling for Limericks
The writing spark for this week was the word – fall Falling for Limericks A blind date I once had at this place Thought of me from some alien race But try as I might Prove that she wasn’t right … Continue reading
