Category Archives: Writing prompt

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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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #19 – Crisp’s Odd Sense of Humour.

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Michael

We were told that a visit to High Noon Lane could be problematic. There were rumours about the lane to suggest it could be dangerous. My aged companion Crisp was determined that on our holiday we’d make every day an … Continue reading →

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100 Word Wednesday: Week 113 – Watching

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Michael

“I miss her dad,” said my daughter as we sat and looked at the spot where her mother was last seen. Her mother was an adventurous woman, and my daughter looked up to her as her role model and her … Continue reading →

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Story Starter Challenge #17 – When a Mate Comes To The Rescue.

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Michael

Today’s prompt: “Did you check the date before you used it?’ It was when he emerged from the toilet for the fourth time and looked purpler than he had on his last exit we began to question the cause of … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #255 – The View.

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Michael

Image: © NEKNEERAJ, 2019 When I had foot surgery, I was confined to home for a few weeks. I’d sit and look out the window and take in the view, and all that was going on beyond. I was reminded … Continue reading →

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Fandango’s Flash Fiction Challenge #5 – Sleep Study

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Michael

My wife of many years was constantly nudging me in the ribs while we slept complaining that my snoring kept her awake. One day she was reading the paper and came across a story about a man who like me … Continue reading →

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Wordle #125 – Tiffany in the Bar

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Michael

This week’s words: Anfractuous (adj) characterized by windings and turnings; sinuous; circuitous) Stretch Bar Wine (it can be any type of alcohol really) Sashay Tipsy Shiggles (abbreviation for shits and giggles: feel free to add your own slang terms and abbreviations) Dance Charming Playful Twilight Customary … Continue reading →

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