Author Archives: Michael

End of Summer*

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Michael

Image: Google images labelled for reuse It finally arrives, For some the disappointment of the looming winter For others relief The stinking hot days are over Replaced by the enticing prospect of cooler nights. We gather up summer Pack it … Continue reading →

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Wordle #205 – The Potato

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Michael

This week’s words: Potatoes Scrimshank ((v.) to avoid one’s obligations/duties; to shirk) Malign Review Operation Larder Cellmate Mail Torporific (n.)) causing lethargy) Negligible Panting Martyr The potatoes were a much-maligned vegetable in the pantry of life. They were often consigned … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 30 July 2018

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: buzz, July, load Today marked the start of week two of our school term. July was passing into August, and in front of us Miss Teresa had a look that said: “OMG, another eight weeks with this lot.” … Continue reading →

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A Musical WATW – When Jono Came Home.

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Michael

“Comin’ Home” Montana Tunesmith You could have cut the excitement in the air with a knife it was that strong. Jono was coming home, and everyone was on edge, bubbling with excitement and rushing around doing all that could to … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 29 July 2018

Posted on July 29, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: mirror, submarine, octopus  Our teacher Miss Teresa decided we would go on an excursion to the naval base down in the city. We were all super excited and looked our best on the appointed day. Before we embarked … Continue reading →

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Weekend Writing Prompt #65 – Telepathy

Posted on July 29, 2018 by Michael

He enjoyed so much working with her. She seemed to know what he was thinking and often was a step or two ahead of him. She sensed what he was thinking the day he asked her to dinner. She looked … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “Quotes”

Posted on July 29, 2018 by Michael

To most people, he was a simple man. To those watching him as he progressed through life he didn’t appear to aspire to a lot, and if he did, he kept it to himself. He wasn’t a man of exceptional … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 28 July 2018

Posted on July 29, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: sidewalk, crack, glue Miss Teresa came rushing in after lunch today to announce the huge crack had appeared in the sidewalk leading to the school canteen. She was so agitated we all sat up and took notice. There … Continue reading →

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Three Things Challenge, 27 July 2018

Posted on July 28, 2018 by Michael

Today’s things are: mattress, golf ball, green It was a wet sport afternoon and as the rain poured down the prospects of going out diminished by the minute. Miss Teresa gave us some options. If we wanted to read away the … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Stone #writephoto – An Afternoon of Rest

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Michael

Thorgun Wicketwood looked down the path towards the huge stone edifice. The damn things were everywhere. Why? He had no idea, but they were the bane of his life. The farmers hated them as they couldn’t shift them, so had … Continue reading →

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