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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
A Peaceful Place
The writing prompt for this were the words “A peaceful place.” We had 5 minutes to write something. A Peaceful Place It’s the noise and the sounds It’s the music and the rounds It’s my mind with endless thoughts It’s … Continue reading
