Tag Archives: hope

#Maydays Prompt – Secret Sharing

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Michael

Today’s #maydays prompt it’s time to share a secret. Once upon a time A small boy was given a secret Told to hide and protect For revelation would take it away. He held it firmly to his chest, After all … Continue reading →

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#Maydays Prompt – Happiness in your flaws

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Michael

Today’s #maydays prompt find happiness in your flaws. His multitudinous flaws Stood out like dogs balls. It was a veritable litany of faults. This marriage report read: Failed husband Failed lover Failed parent. His work report read: Barely efficient Barely … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver #66: May 19 2016: All that Glitters

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Michael

This week, let’s explore: “All that glitters is not gold.” The word/concept which I’m offering as point of inspiration? DIAMOND The relationship had flourished there was no doubt. Summer had never been so happy in finding Tommy. They were very … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Poetry – Week 15 – The Retirement Medal

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Michael

The retirement medal never arrived A small non-descript piece of metal Symbolising a career long spent. He asked why? His boss said she’d inquire Thought he should have long received it. He waited weeks, months, no word. He made his … Continue reading →

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Music Prompt #42: “Rattle that Lock” by David Gilmour – Knocking on Heaven’s Door

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Michael

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1v7hXEQhsQ   The sinner stood at the gates of heaven. They stayed shut despite his constant rattling. He pressed the buzzer, No reply He called, he yelled, he threatened Today there was no entry. He was not a patient waiter. … Continue reading →

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2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 26 – A Poem of Love

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Michael

For today’s Two-for-Tuesday prompt: Write a love poem. Or… Write an anti-love poem.   A Poem of Love It was the girl who noticed The curly headed boy Across the room Looking lost, Rigid against the wall. He betrayed a … Continue reading →

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Haibun Monday #12 – Beauty in decay – Old Man

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Michael

Old man squints into the mirror. Failing eyes don’t help his overall view of himself. He sees the receding hairline, remembers the summers of his youth when his hair was his shining glory. The times he and his love drove … Continue reading →

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Music Prompt #38: “I See Fire” by Ed Sheeran – Phoenix

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Michael

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yynzP4BPmq4   I see fire. A fire igniting The person you can be. From the cold cinders of a past Beset with confrontation and brutality You rise like a phoenix From the ashes of your life Bright, brilliant and full … Continue reading →

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2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 13 – The Last Word

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Michael

I’m caught once again. The tirade begins A random word among so many Latched upon as the breaking point. What should be a quick and concise Argument concerning my digression Lasts hours, usually in public places As I listen and … Continue reading →

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2016 April PAD Challenge: Day 11 – In My Defense.

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Michael

For today’s prompt, write a defensive poem. I protest innocence I wasn’t even there I was somewhere else In a woman’s arms Loving and being loved I couldn’t have done it It’s not my style. I dispute the video evidence … Continue reading →

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