Author Archives: Michael

Thursday photo prompt: Destination #writephoto

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Michael

Destination, arrival imminent. Anticipation, expectation mounting Nervous children, on edges of their seats.   It had been a long journey. Dad driving overnight, Christmas was a day away. Mum agitated as it was ‘your’ family we were making the sacrifice … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #98 – Perspective

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Michael

Around him, people sang, danced and engaged in conversation. To him it was a cacophony of noise, he felt disorientated, confusion mounting he knew it was not a good place to be. His sister had married, children had come, he … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “5 by 5” – Kevin the Squirrel

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Michael

A woodland creature to play a pivotal role in your creation 2. A cartoon from your childhood 3. A relative or close friend to participate in an adventure of some description 4. An essential piece of camping equipment 5. A … Continue reading →

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TELL ME A TALE IN (EXACTLY) 120 WORDS

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Michael

Today’s prompt is:  Where was the last place you travelled to, and why? My last trip was the Australian Celtic Festival. My friend had mentioned her penchant for Celtic music, so we decided to book tickets. I knew nothing about … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver – #234 – 1st August – Excitement – Cyril Rum

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Michael

Cyril Rum, angel on sabbatical, loved discovering human traits. As an angel, he was appreciative of such traits but was not experienced in any of them as angels were for the most part exempt of emotion. Excitement fascinated him as … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #38 – The Spring Trail

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Michael

Following our excursion to the beach the previous week and having only just recovered from the sight of my aged companion, Crisp’s naked form along with her insistence I too strip, I was pleased and relieved when she suggested we … Continue reading →

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100 Word Wednesday: Week 131 – The Playground

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Michael

Each morning for the past week, his mum had wheeled him into the park. She’d park him so he could watch the kids playing, climbing, swinging and sliding. He was a passive boy content to observe, but in his mind, … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #97 – Quotes.

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Michael

PROMPT This week, we will play around with quotes – preferably around writing, creativity OR writer’s block If you have a brilliant thought about something else, you are most welcome to share it in the form of a quote. I … Continue reading →

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Finish the Story — Island Getaway – Part 8

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Michael

Fandango at https://fivedotoh.com, tagged me for the latest Finish the Story prompt from Teresa at The Haunted Wordsmith. Teresa gave us the image above (from by enriquelopezgarre at Pixabay) and started us off with this: As soon as Liam read the … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Aflame #writephoto – Another Stinker.

Posted on July 26, 2019 by Michael

The evening sky was aflame with the promise of another stinker. Word spread quickly: “Stinker, stinker, stinker,” was the call and worried looks were exchanged, coping plans were discussed and all round there was the feeling of dread at yet … Continue reading →

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