Author Archives: Michael

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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Writespiration #142 52 Weeks in 52 Words Week 47

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Michael

This week your story needs to include the following phrase: “I don’t believe you.”   The small boy in front of the Principal looked angelic in his denial. His stony-faced teacher stood behind him staring into his scheming brain. “I … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #189 – The Deity Within Us.

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Michael

Image: – Carlos Quevedo When I was young, the world was all so clear I was told what was right and what was wrong. I learnt about angels and demons I knew the devil’s handiwork in everything that went wrong. … Continue reading →

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Twittering Tales #59 – 21 November 2017

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Michael

Image: Hands by Pexels at Pixabay.com His ancient hands float across the keys. He holds us mesmerised as the music takes us with him. His focus is far away, his fingers dance and intrigue us we too see the pale … Continue reading →

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Wot I Shot Wednesday

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Michael

This week there are two things I shot. One is a capsicum/bell pepper. It’s the first time in a long time I have grown these  and the first time in a piece of garden I have not planted vegies in…..so … Continue reading →

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Wordle #179 – The Actor

Posted on November 20, 2017 by Michael

This week’s words: Pig Stow Limbo Malaise Tick Cordate ((adj.) heart-shaped) Mental Soliloquize ((v.) talk to oneself) Aghast Accountability Transition Ligament The actor breathed deeply as his big moment arrived. The audience was hushed, expectant as he began the most … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt #229 “Collage 37” – Memories

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Michael

Behind the washed out washing On the worn out old clothes line The woman sits with her morning coffee. It’s hot today, so she doesn’t bother Dressing in any other way than to be cool. Mornings allow her to remember, … Continue reading →

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