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Wordle #149 “April 3rd, 2017″- Altschmerzism

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Michael

This week’s words: Cleft  Simple  Pearl Altschmerz n. weariness with the same old issues that you’ve always had—the same boring flaws and anxieties you’ve been gnawing on for years, which leaves them soggy and tasteless and inert, with nothing interesting left to … Continue reading →

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Writing Prompt #202 “It’s All in the Title” – The Washbasin

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Michael

The Washbasin It all starts with the door slamming The key turning, that definite click and jangle of keys The heavy steps walking away. I’ve spent the day in the clinic, I keep telling them the washbasin is weird, There’s … Continue reading →

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Sunday Strange microfiction challenge – The Angels Agnes

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Michael

Image: Ferdinand Hodler When Jimmy Smith in all his nakedness arrived in heaven the host of angels, who greeted his arrival said he could ask one question before he entered eternity. Jimmy’s question was: “Can I practice bonsai in heaven?” … Continue reading →

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March 30: Flash Fiction Challenge – Pedalled

Posted on April 2, 2017 by Michael

March 30, 2017 prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a hello or a goodbye. You can pick any greeting that grabs you from howdy to fare thee well. It will be interesting to see how the collection … Continue reading →

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First Line Friday 31.03.17 – The Music Box

Posted on March 31, 2017 by Michael

Your line for this week is: The music box sat on the shelf for years until he walked in.   For the first time, I paid it any attention. Today the lid was up and the tiny pink ballerina was … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver/Fairy Tale #113: the quest 30.03.17 – Sir Gladys Thostle

Posted on March 30, 2017 by Michael

Prince Charming woke up to another day of boredom in the Tower of Boredom. PC (as he was known to his friends) had been stuck in the tower for a long time. Ransoms had been demanded, but so far none … Continue reading →

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Whiteout Wednesday #9 –

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Michael

She was the kind of woman who is infused with beauty and light and a loving reality emanating from an equally loving universe. She was the comfortable woman He was the kind of man tired, middle-aged, balding pushing a baby … Continue reading →

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Twittering Tales #23 – 28 March 2017

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Michael

My neighbour sunbaked nude For many years in complete privacy. My drone flies over, hovers, then swivels sending images to make my eyes pop. Written for: https://katmyrman.com/2017/03/28/twittering-tales-23-28-march-2017/

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FFfAW Challenge-Week of March 28, 2017 – Mrs Louise Thrum

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Michael

Image: Louise from The Storyteller’s Abode. There was much expectation in the drawing room as the dinner group gathered to hear Mrs Louise Thrum sing her newest creation, her aria from her new opera, The Storytellers Abode. Accompanied by her … Continue reading →

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Wordle #148 “March 27th, 2017″ – Josh Lutalica

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Michael

 This week’s words: Cheek Heavy Insect Skin a Razor- Drive a hard bargain. Instant Greed Helpless Meander Assail Mediocre Passage Lutalica   Josh Lutalica was often asked the question of what is it like to be you. He was an … Continue reading →

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