Author Archives: Michael

Daily Writing Challenge, Nov 20 – Gran

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Michael

cinnamon, warm, sentimental My gran was the warmest woman I ever knew. She was always welcoming, but she expected you to pull your weight whenever you went round to her place. She had an apple orchard, and when the fruit … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge #Week 63 – The Woman

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Michael

Image: Harvey Kraft on LinkedIn. He wasn’t sure why it was he reached out to her that day. After all, she appeared far more disabled than he was. At least I’m upright he told himself as he looked down on … Continue reading →

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JSW Prompt 11-20-2018 – A Happy and Holy Occasion

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Michael

It was a happy and holy occasion with the family gathering to celebrate the success of the eldest son. He’d just that day graduated a doctor, and his elevation brought great joy and pride to the family. They were from … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “Harlequin’s Mirror” – The Mind’s Challenge.

Posted on November 18, 2018 by Michael

Stepping through the mirror was the easy bit. Adjusting his mind to the reverse of what he had previously experienced was where the hard part began. What challenged him most was his mind was pretty organized, it knew what it … Continue reading →

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Daily Writing Challenge, Nov 18 – Grabster’s Hotel.

Posted on November 18, 2018 by Michael

Today’s words: Forgotten, anniversary, spartan Pulling into Grabster’s Hotel was always a risk, a gamble and never without an element of adventure. Grabster was one of life’s forgotten characters. An ornery man on any good day and almost pleasant on … Continue reading →

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November 15: Flash Fiction Challenge – Mary

Posted on November 18, 2018 by Michael

November 15, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that uses scraps. It can be scraps of dried flowers, paper, metal, fabric, food — any kind of scraps you can think of. Then write a … Continue reading →

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Thursday photo prompt: Shadows #writephoto – Frozen Shadows.

Posted on November 18, 2018 by Michael

“They are there,” she said holding my hand tightly. “What’s there?” I asked looking forward to exploring the old site. “The things we fear, they are there in the shadows, waiting, always out of sight.” “Don’t be silly that’s all … Continue reading →

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Finish the Story, Nov #4

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Michael

The Secret Hymn Pews were packed in the old church, just as they had been for the past six weeks. There was a new life breathed into the church when Father Gregory assumed his position. He was young, had longish … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver # 197 – Life’s Journey – 15th November – Cyril Rum’s Observations.

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Michael

Cyril Rum, Angel on sabbatical, had come to earth for two reasons. One was to have a break from all things angelical, for after all eternity was a long time to be doing the same job and secondly to see … Continue reading →

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Daily Writing Challenge, Nov 14 – Poseidon Ages.

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Michael

Today’s three words: King, Power, Eternal There was a problem with being a powerful King and living for eternity. It meant you had a lot of time to yourself and at your disposal and in time you suffered the fate … Continue reading →

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