Author Archives: Michael

2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 16 – Vintage On Melbourne

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Michael

For today’s prompt, write a poem about (or at) a food establishment. My two youngest in tow We lunched at Vintage on Melbourne. What was once my local general store Is now a café come restaurant Serving superb food In … Continue reading →

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On Popular Demand – Sunshine

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Michael

“Its true you know You are the sunshine in my day.” I say this as we recline in bed. It’s been a long day, family demands Out in the midday sun. You look across and say that is your opinion … Continue reading →

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SoCS April 16/16 – no

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Michael

NO you have to make an effort, Last week you took the easy way out all that repetition was cheap and nasty. So today you must make an effort after all what are people going to think if the best … Continue reading →

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2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 15 – 8 Words

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Michael

For today’s prompt, write a poem with at least four of the following eight words: flat ring lavish vessel paper blacklist gaudy tooth It was her flat one toothed head And her gaudy dress that Marked her as a woman … Continue reading →

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Music Prompt #38: “I See Fire” by Ed Sheeran – Phoenix

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Michael

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yynzP4BPmq4   I see fire. A fire igniting The person you can be. From the cold cinders of a past Beset with confrontation and brutality You rise like a phoenix From the ashes of your life Bright, brilliant and full … Continue reading →

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FLASH FICTION FOR THE PURPOSEFUL PRACTITIONER: WEEK #16 – 2016 – Quandary.

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Michael

Image: https://pixabay.com/en/nature-shapes-england-trees-316781/ The opening sentence for the April 14th Flash Fiction for the Purposeful Practitioner: “Those are the directions…” Carstairs had a problem with directions. He had an issue with north and south; east was easy as that was where the … Continue reading →

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2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 14 – Time Out

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Michael

Today’s prompt, write a time out poem. Step back, take a breath I need some space You’re all over me. You are so full on I need to take some time, Sit alone, in my room Gather myself and take … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver #61 – Departure. – The Door Slammed

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Michael

The door slammed. The voice in virulent vitriol faded as he stepped into his future. The months of argument and violence were now behind him. His departure was not a smooth take off, not a calm embarking but rather a … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Poetry – Week 10 – Man on Bus Stop

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Michael

Out walking with my companion We came across a man on a bus stop. Said man on bus stop stops us Asks me a most unsavoury question. Can he perform a lewd act upon my person? I am momentarily taken … Continue reading →

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2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 13 – The Last Word

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Michael

I’m caught once again. The tirade begins A random word among so many Latched upon as the breaking point. What should be a quick and concise Argument concerning my digression Lasts hours, usually in public places As I listen and … Continue reading →

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