Monthly Archives: July 2016

Word-High July: Balintataw

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Michael

I wondered what made the lasting impression What you did? Who you were? The sum of all parts I know. In my eye I saw Compassion, dedication, The impish fun just of knowing you Your love in each word you … Continue reading →

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#WQWWC – Writers Quote Wednesday Writing Challenge – Memories

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Michael

“Fairies do belong – In the magic of our hearts,” It was my grandmother who first alerted me to the fairies in our garden. Grandmother cultivated ferns of all descriptions and amongst them lived the fern fairies. My grandmother was … Continue reading →

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FFfAW Challenge – Week of July 12, 2016 – Guts or Teeth

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Michael

The Gutache Toothache Clinic was unique in our town. Here you could have a colonoscophy and tooth pulled out all at the same time for a discounted price. Dr Reg Interya was an unusual practitioner in that he had degrees … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Harana

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

I did sing for you One night when no one was around. Dusted off my vocal chords Listened to your favourite song, Thought I’d give it a go. You were stunned, so surprised I took the risk, made the effort. … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #121 – A Girl With No Face

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

Image: – Olney IL When they found you It was with initial relief Missing all those days No word, no sightings Hours spent wondering where and why, What if they came back with… But then they saw you In the … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Takipsilim

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

At my back fence we watch the sun In last throes of day Sink behind the giant eucalypts. The last rays highlighting The magnificence of nature. Your arm slips into mine We soak in each other’s warmth As the chill … Continue reading →

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Moral Mondays: “Judge not, lest you be judged”

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

I arrived in the town greeted by my immediate boss. He was excited to see me as they needed a new teacher and as I had two legs and a heartbeat I qualified. He proceeded to tell me the layout … Continue reading →

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Writing Prompt #167 “Collage Special Edition” – The Man I Am

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Michael

Collage by Laura Bloomsbury I don’t think it could ever be said that wisdom was a trait you possessed in any amount that might be considered staggering. You did like honey though. And you buzzed around the place, literally and … Continue reading →

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Wordle #117 “July 11th, 2016” – The Country Fair

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Michael

This week’s words: Itch Turnstile Ambisinister (clumsy or unskillful with both hands.) Narrow Ephemerid (an insect of the order Ephemeroptera, comprising the mayflies.) Turnstile Bribe Chamber Plush Shiver Benign Destruct It was going to be a grand grand event. The … Continue reading →

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Word-High July: Humaling

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Michael

Looking into your eyes I see a woman of worth Of morals, of class. A shining light to so many. I am in awe of you. Is it any wonder my fondness Oozes from my very being Floods everything, I … Continue reading →

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