Author Archives: Michael

Wordle #206 – Marriage

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Michael

This week’s words: Scatter Atemporal ((adj.) free from the limitations of time) Marriage Rounded Locomotive Lopsided Road Opinion Eurhythmic (adj.)) characterized by a pleasing rhythm, harmonious) Revitalize Screenwriter Misguided Marriage, No clear road More lopsided, Morals scattered Like an out … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 06 August 2018

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: gorgeous, blue-eyed, apple orchard  The most gorgeous girl in my class was Ann George. She was a blue-eyed beauty, and I thought she epitomized everything that was beauty. Miss Teresa, our teacher, said we were all going down … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 05 August 2018

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: circus, carnival, freak show Miss Teresa decided we could all go on an excursion to the circus. Mum wanted to know what educational value there was in visiting a circus, but she signed the permission note, gave me … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “Satire” – The Plural.

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Michael

I get sick of hearing people talk in the plural. “On our holiday we did this.” “Last week we had dinner at the Ace restaurant.” “We are so in love.”   You never hear: “On my holiday I did..” Well, … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 04 August 2018

Posted on August 5, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: coat, swimsuit, fine Miss Teresa advised us that as Friday was to be a fine day we were to bring our swimming attire as she would be taking us to the community swimming pool. My mother being … Continue reading →

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TELL ME A TALE IN (EXACTLY) 120 WORDS

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Michael

Today is August 3rd and thirty-five years ago today my mother passed away. I remember the day so clearly. Though it was more evening, as I was about to go out and play in a squash tournament. My sister rang … Continue reading →

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August 2: Flash Fiction Challenge – The Yellow Tent

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Michael

August 2, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes a yellow tent. Where is it and who does it belong to? Think of how the color adds to the story. Go where the … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 03 August 2018

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: brownie, spatula, drama For reasons best known to her, our teacher Miss Teresa on a Monday morning insisted we have our cooking class. The only good thing about our cooking lesson was we got to eat whatever it … Continue reading →

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Worth A Thousand Words #18 – Alex

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Michael

Image: https://pixabay.com/en/users/sharonang-99559/ There’s an alcove beside the bowling alley where a guy called Alex lives. It’s just one of those architectural things meant to make the building look a bit classy, but for Alex, it’s a safe place, out of … Continue reading →

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Worth A Thousand Words #17 – Canoeing

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Michael

Image: https://pixabay.com/en/users/12019-12019/ When Sue came on the school camp as an aid to the kids having social and learning difficulties we teamed up when the day came to take our group canoeing. Sue was one of those people with the … Continue reading →

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