Tag Archives: Family

Story Starter Challenge April 16 – Sitting on the Front Porch

Posted on April 17, 2019 by Michael

It was one of those days where the heat finally gave up its assault and allowed us some respite. When that happened, we sat on the front porch and watched the sun setting away into the west while we sipped … Continue reading →

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Wordle #129 – The Youngest of the Hall Brood

Posted on April 15, 2019 by Michael

This week’s words: Boy Brood Localize Coil Dark Tremble Sphere Unmistakable Ruthless Stomach Contour Coastline When the body of the boy was discovered the entire coastline was searched for clues as to what had happened to him. The boy was … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “Boogie Man” – Sunday Dinner

Posted on April 14, 2019 by Michael

Image: Google images – Fungus the Bogeyman. Alfred Boogie looked around the dining room table at his sons gathered to partake of the Sunday dinner. Their mother, Mrs Boogie was particularly proud of the roast she had prepared as it … Continue reading →

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Story Starter Challenge April 1 – Are You A Spy?

Posted on April 1, 2019 by Michael

The question came from my six-year-old grandson and took me by surprise. “Yes,” I replied. “Do you kill people?” “All the time. Why do you ask?” “Well, gran says you have a dark and secret past, and I don’t know … Continue reading →

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100 Word Wednesday: Week 114 – No Time for Goodbyes.

Posted on March 27, 2019 by Michael

It was hard seeing her drive away. The adults in my life said it was “all for the best”. I was heart-broken watching Alice and her family drive off. Ours had been a holiday romance; we spent each day together … 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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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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March 14: Flash Fiction Challenge – Chisel.

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Michael

March 14, 2019, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes a chisel. Use chisel as a noun or a verb. Think about what might be chiselled, who is chiselling. Be the chisel. Go where … Continue reading →

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Reena’s Exploration Challenge – 77 – Woman

Posted on March 10, 2019 by Michael

Image: Woman – Her Journey Every woman I know has had it tough by virtue of birth. This, of course, is my male perspective on women. I’ve been fortunate in life to have known some very strong and determined women, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Writing Prompt “Collage Prompt #44” – Finding Balance

Posted on February 17, 2019 by Michael

“You’re trying too hard and doing too much,” she said over breakfast one Monday morning. “I’m doing what I need to do,” I replied sipping my coffee, “there’s a deadline to meet, and my boss will be looking at my … Continue reading →

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