Monthly Archives: November 2017

Wordle #180 – Oscitant Behaviour

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Michael

This week’s words: Collapse Reform Oscitant ((adj.) yawning, as with drowsiness; gaping. drowsy or inattentive, dull, lazy, negligent,  malaise Strand Syncretism ((n.) the attempted reconciliation or union of different or opposing principles, practices, or parties, as in philosophy or religion.) Warren Barrel Catch Tough Tendency Uncanny Vertebra He knew he was near collapse when the news came that he was once again in the wrong. His oscitant behaviour had … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 14

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Michael

This weeks prompt gave me much to think about. On the one hand, you could argue that as I am now retired aspirations as such no longer matter, employment-wise. It’s more about enjoying each day as it comes past. So, … Continue reading →

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Saturday Mix – Double Take, 25 November 2017

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Michael

Our first homophone set this week is: bolder – more courageous boulder – large rock Our second set of homophones is: flew – past tense of fly flu – short for influenza flue – chimney pipe The McScrooge’s hated the idea of Christmas. It … Continue reading →

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Weekend Writing Prompt #30 – Journey

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Michael

Write a story in 50 words about going on a journey. Bags packed, GPS programed, the old Ford coughs into action, stutters gathering momentum as we back out the drive and point it west for the long journey home. Windows … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt – Bleak – #writephoto

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Michael

Hannon was the last man to die on the last day of the battle. It was most unfortunate for he stuck his head out just as the last shell arrived and there only remained a small red stain on the … Continue reading →

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#LyricalFictionFriday – “Back It Up” #fictionfriday #marquessachallenge

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Michael

This week’s prompt: “Don’t look for what you don’t want to find…” The girl at the table opposite, surrounded by gabbling friends was not engaged rather looking distant as if there were major issues on her mind. The more I … Continue reading →

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November 23: Flash Fiction Challenge – Five a Day

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Michael

The old sage looked up at me: “Five a day?” he asked as if the thought had never occurred to him before. “Well let’s start with life. See what’s around you, then live a life, don’t take anything for granted. … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver – #147 – What Brings you Joy?? – Morning Tea with Mansur Stigglefod

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Michael

Like most days when Miss Marble awoke she had the feeling today was going to be one of those days like most days in her life where something interesting would happen. Only yesterday she opened her door to a young … Continue reading →

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100 Word Wednesday: Week 46 – Dougal McMouse

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Michael

Image: Mert Guller Dougal McMouse was a mouse who loved scurrying around his neighbourhood on the lookout for a morsel or two. He couldn’t believe his luck when he came upon a half empty latte. Dougal had a liking for … Continue reading →

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In Other Words, gobble

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Michael

Write a story or poem of 5 Lines or Less using the word gobble   Mum spent hours in the kitchen preparing the dinner and this year she was going all out to not only to feed us all but impress us with her … Continue reading →

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