Tag Archives: aging

Sunday Writing Prompt #229 “Collage 37” – Memories

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Michael

Behind the washed out washing On the worn out old clothes line The woman sits with her morning coffee. It’s hot today, so she doesn’t bother Dressing in any other way than to be cool. Mornings allow her to remember, … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #160 – The Village at the End of the World

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Michael

Image: Julian Majin   He was glad he’d found it because he always knew it was there. The journey had been long but the view magnificent, the vista unparalleled. In many ways, it was the stuff of myth and legend. … Continue reading →

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Twittering Tale #22 – 21 March 2017

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Michael

She labours her way to and from the shop. In all weathers, she plods her way along. Carrying all that is dear to her. Head down, mind focused. (140 Characters) Written for: https://katmyrman.com/2017/03/20/twittering-tales-22-21-march-2017/

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Twittering Tale #17.

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Michael

He chuckles as she watches. Every moment is precious. Every touch a treasure. Best mates forever. Her hand slips into his. Her warmth is life. (139 characters) Written for: https://katmyrman.com/2017/02/14/twittering-tale-17-14-february-2017/

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Flash Fiction – The Map

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Michael

The prompt is: An elderly woman is gardening when she discovers what appears to be a treasure map buried in her back yard. It seems to lead to a spot on the outskirts of town. What does she find where … Continue reading →

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Too Much of a Good Thing

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Michael

Write for a while, and a little while longer. Then go back and use about ¼– or less.   I have a tale about ignorance, getting old, and being a right bastard. It’s that getting old thing of not caring … Continue reading →

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Music Prompt #37 “Burn” by Ellie Goulding – Old Man

Posted on April 9, 2016 by Michael

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGyEd0aKWZE Old man sitting on the side of the road Watches bewildered as the world goes by He doesn’t get it but he does care That this world is not, the one he once knew. He chews on some bark, … Continue reading →

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FLASH FICTION FOR THE PURPOSEFUL PRACTITIONER: WEEK #11 – The Middle of Nowhere

Posted on March 11, 2016 by Michael

Image: http://publicdomainarchive.com/public-domain-images-grey-black-trash-can-empty-parking-lot-white-lines-shadow/   My Uncle Darcy loved a good holiday to some unusual place. He did this most of his life and as he aged so did his mind. Even when Edgar his travelling companion died Darcy would still plan … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #92 December 22, 2015 – The Visit

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Michael

Image: (Awarded 1st Place) Great Grandmother by SFC Lance Widner – Division 1 (Active Duty Military) CC BY 2.0   I dread the visit This isn’t the place for introductions A new great grand child, little Tilly Though she’ll never … Continue reading →

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FFfAW-Week of 08-25-2015 – A Pair of Boots

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Michael

‘I wouldn’t get too close.’ The warning came from the little old lady standing behind us as we viewed the most improbable of sights. We stood and stared at the boots that lay just ahead of us. ‘Spontaneous combustion,’ we … Continue reading →

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