Tag Archives: Grief

Literary Saturday Prompt #9 – Grief

Posted on June 6, 2015 by Michael

This week’s Literary quote: When sorrows come, they come not single spies, But in battalions! —Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare It was never going to be fair No matter what was said Words were mere platitudes. Fought the … Continue reading →

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Fiction Friday Prompt #8 – The Dog Planet

Posted on May 30, 2015 by Michael

Today’s prompt is to write in 3rd Person Point of View about a either a teenager or 60 yr. old (or both?) about to embark on a dangerous adventure. Grandad was adamant that he could do it. The journey would … Continue reading →

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Mondays Finish the Story – May 11th – 17th, 2015 – Stepping Out

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Michael

Finish the story begins with:  “Arriving at the beach, she reflected on her life.” She was on her own now. Johnno was recently departed and was in the grave. She’d had a life of privilege and wealth. Private schools, a … Continue reading →

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Creative Expressions #12: Abandoned – My Mother

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Michael

Image: Caerlynn Nash My mother went to the shops. Said she’d only be a minute. I was five. I waited and waited. Still I wait. When you are five and afraid you stay where you are left. At least I … Continue reading →

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“Love Is In Da Blog” ~ Mothers

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Michael

Hi Mum I cleaned out the old cupboard today The one where stuff from over the years Has been had been dumped and forgotten. In an old Sunbeam iron box I found your sympathy cards Stored away but not forgotten … Continue reading →

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Eclectic Corner #5 Story Prompt – Fictional Writing – Sam Casey

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Michael

Every morning like clockwork Sam Casey would park himself at the bottom of the staircase. So much of his life was driven by ritual. Prior to this current one he would appear at his masters feet each morning and sit … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge # 44 – Sleeping Ship – January 20, 2015 – Josie’s Funeral.

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Michael

Image: Kirsty Mitchell At Josie’s funeral there wasn’t a lot said Among the tight knit circle of friends There were whispers, rumours, gossip Every possible speculation For no one was saying anything out loud. She’d been found reposed in a … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Tryouts: Where Were You When?

Posted on January 7, 2015 by Michael

News 24 is on An afternoons catch up on world events Becomes shattered There has been an incident at the game. A player has been struck This time it’s fatal. I watch A rearing ball Strike him in the neck. … Continue reading →

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Inadequately Defined – Writing Prompt #86 – December 21, 2014 – Uncle John

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Michael

Uncle John was the most whimsical of men He laughed a lot He saw the funny side of so much Nothing appeared to get him down He was indeed a happy chappy. But he had a dark side A side … Continue reading →

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Photo Prompt #39 – Scream by the Pier

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Michael

Image: Arno Rafael Minkkinen Christmas Day Celebrations begin at dawn, Children squeal when discovery Reveals surprises Their hearts desire. Mother and father watch Their hearts pounding Proud as each child’s Long sought wish Is realised. Today they go to the … Continue reading →

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