Author Archives: Michael

What do you See? Jan/08/2019 – The Library

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Michael

It was all about the books until the globe starting acting up. What was it about the globe that it felt it needed to steal the limelight in this way? And you could hardly say it was subtle. Spinning, emitting … Continue reading →

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The Ministry of the Unique* Part 2

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Michael

Master James O’Dowd received a memo from the Ministry of the Unique to attend a meeting at 9.07am the following morning at their office in 37.5A Sourgrapes Lane. It was signed by Alfred Hawers, Esquire, Minister of the Unique. There … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “5 by 5” – The Arrival of Evelyn Ruddy

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Michael

Choose: A piece of furniture – a cabinet A colour – ash grey A scent – eucalyptus A shape – an hourglass An item carried – a photograph. Evelyn Ruddy was the newest resident of Grimace Street, and as new … Continue reading →

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#JusJoJan 2019 Daily Prompt – Jan. 7th – Memento

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Michael

Memento I don’t have many mementos of 1975 my first year of teaching. A lot of memories, a few photos of classes and kids I can’t remember the names of. It was the year I was married though that was … Continue reading →

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#JusJoJan 2019 Daily Prompt – Jan. 6th – Master

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Michael

Master The letter arrived addressed to Master James O’Dowd, and it was odd, as I hadn’t been addressed in that way since I was a boy. I checked the postmark, and it was stamped a few days earlier, which dismissed … Continue reading →

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Finish the Story, 2019, #2

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Michael

The Final Hunt Anne and Gladys waved as the men left for their hunt. When they were out of sight, they both laughed knowing full well that none would have the heart to really shoot anything. They liked a boy’s … Continue reading →

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SoCS & #JusJoJan 2019 Daily Prompt – Jan. 5th – “sap/sep/sip/sop/sup.”

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Michael

“sap/sep/sip/sop/sup.”   “You stupid sap,” said the frog to my left. I’d been sitting on the lily pad in a state of bewilderment when I heard the voice. “You fell for the helpless old lady did you?” “Yes,” I croaked … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #68 – Normal

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Michael

What is normal was the question? Each ‘expert’ offered his or her explanation One, which of course suited themselves. “It’s all to do with context,” said another, “It depends upon the place and time in which you live. My normal … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Renewal #writephoto

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Michael

With the season of renewal sweeping down on the bushland, the process swung quickly into action. It was a time for shedding the old, intense preening and looking forward to all the season brought them. Every creature looked forward to … Continue reading →

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JOELLE’S TALES: FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH #TMAT120 #WRITING #PROMPT FOR JANUARY 2019

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Michael

Today’s prompt is:  Tell me about your 1st and 2nd favourite movies.   Being a closet romantic I have to say if watching movies over and over is a guide then ‘Love Actually’ and ‘Notting Hill’ would be up there as … Continue reading →

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