Author Archives: Michael

What do you See? March/26/2019 – The Apparition

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Michael

The monks who gathered in front of the derelict chapel did so for a reason. It was once again the first Tuesday of the month, and the day the apparition appeared above the chapel door. For those remaining monks it … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver – #216 – Fairy Tale – The Evil/Dark side – Prince Eyesore.

Posted on March 27, 2019 by Michael

Image: Pixabay Prince Eyesore was destined from birth to embrace the dark side of the fairy kingdom. Above his crib, and above the doorway into his nursery hung the sign: “Bad is Us”. It was the fate of the Prince’s … Continue reading →

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100 Word Wednesday: Week 114 – No Time for Goodbyes.

Posted on March 27, 2019 by Michael

It was hard seeing her drive away. The adults in my life said it was “all for the best”. I was heart-broken watching Alice and her family drive off. Ours had been a holiday romance; we spent each day together … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #256 – When the Words Dry Up

Posted on March 26, 2019 by Michael

Image: Google images What to do when the words dry up When the stories become fewer and fewer. Shall I retire to my self-made tower of illusion Where reality twists and turns Around invisible barriers and into multiple shades. It’s … Continue reading →

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Wordle #126 – Eat Your Crusts.

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Michael

This week’s words: Useless Weird Distance Crust Willing Upper Hand Bedevil Cozen- verb. to cheat, deceive, or trick. Divertissement- noun. a diversion or entertainment. a short ballet or other performance serving as an interlude in a play, opera, etc. a program consisting of such performances. Quit Clatter Height   “Eat your crusts they’ll make your hair curly.” It was a useless piece of advice … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt – The Muse

Posted on March 24, 2019 by Michael

This week – write about your muse as if they had been given corporeal form and could interact with the outside world. I think that you should refer to me as The Muse, not your muse, my muse or anyone … Continue reading →

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March 21: Flash Fiction Challenge – The Hole in the Bucket

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Michael

March 21, 2019, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that features a bucket of water. What is the condition of the water and what is the bucket for? Drop deep into the well and draw … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #79 – Stain

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Michael

Use one or more of the words given in the prompt, and weave into a composition of your choice. There was no removing it. Like super glue it stuck to the fabric and no amount of washing, scrubbing or cursing … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Rift #writephoto – Dragon’s Head.

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Michael

The earth had rumbled for several days, which wasn’t unusual in those days. When everything settled down, and we had the chance to get out and survey the damage it was then the dragon was discovered. There had been a … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver #215 – Alone – March 21st

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Michael

We lived in a house that was alive with sound, activity and fear. There was always something going on, school activities, dance classes, sport of all different types. It was a constant cycle of going here and there, preparing lunches, … Continue reading →

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