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Writing Prompt #147 “Collage 17” – The Answer

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Michael

“The answer,” she said. “Is within the statement. Its how you made them feel that is so important. You may have said profound things You may have done great work But when they think of you they’ll remember how they … Continue reading →

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FLASH FICTION FOR THE PURPOSEFUL PRACTITIONER: WEEK #8 – 2016 – Knowledge

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Michael

Image: http://publicdomainarchive.com/public-domain-images-royal-path-life-vintage-book-circa-1880-green-gold/   The opening sentence for the February 19th Flash Fiction for the Purposeful Practitioner: “There it was. You could see the corner of the folded yellowed parchment sticking out of the torn lining of the battered book.”   The children had circled the object taking in his ragged … Continue reading →

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Music Prompt #30: “Land of Confusion” by Genesis – Edges of Our Mind

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Michael

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlBIa8z_Mts   It was the pat on the back The hint of a genesis that inspired Many to seek success blindly But crumble in confusion When rockets flew, Bombs exploded. Just another day Of liars and cheats. Did they ever … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver #53 – Helping Hands – Working with My Son

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Michael

Image © morpethroad It was to be a day of catch up and bonding and we had the most enjoyable day taking in the city and the fine cafes that can be found down narrow alley ways crowded with shoppers … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Poetry – Week 2 The Cleaner’s Day Off

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Michael

The cleaner’s day off Had at last arrived. To a fanfare Picnic baskets were packed Holiday clothes the order of the day No scarves, no buckets or mops Most of all no dusters No polish and definitely no shining. They … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #100 February 16, 2016 – The Cleaners

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Michael

Image: Clean up by Lemanshots   The cleaners nodded Satisfaction written in their bizarre minds They wiped their hands On grimy rags at jobs completion. Before them lay the body of the cleansed man. His soul picked clean like a … Continue reading →

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FFfAW-Week of 02-16-2016 – Stood Up

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Michael

Image thanks to: TJ Paris She had said he would meet him on the break wall at 3pm. He had been texting her continuously wondering where she had gotten to. As it was the tide was coming in and if … Continue reading →

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Haibun Monday #7 – The Plodding Walk

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Michael

My haibun/haiku is based on this beautiful quote from mr cummings. “Yours is the light by which my spirit’s born: – you are my sun, my moon, and all my stars.” ― E.E. Cummings I plod, yes that’s what I am … Continue reading →

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Writing Prompt #146 “The Emperor” – The Wretch

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Michael

Image: Luis Royo I was the wretch Dragged screaming before you A wastrel, a scoundrel, A pathetic and needy louse. You looked down on me I saw not pity in your eyes But understanding. Mine has been a wasted life … Continue reading →

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SoCS Feb. 13/16 – tire

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Michael

‘I’m tired because I tire easily,’ she said flopping down in the chair. ‘You’ve had a big day.’ ‘I have and I’m really tired.’ ‘Cleaning does that to you.’ ‘Well today it did.’ ‘Could be you made a greater effort … Continue reading →

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