Tag Archives: loss

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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Poem Tryouts: Foggy Went a Courting – My Soul

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Michael

1] Recall a time of fog you remember It wasn’t a pea souper But it might have been. You find yourself on the pavement Disorientated Alone No visible landmark. Yesterday you had been in love Courting Planning Ever hopeful. Today … 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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D’verse – Open Link Night ~ Week 131- Loss

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Michael

The sea was wild, I stood on the sand The wake swirling at my feet Watching and waiting Where were you? Why would you do this? To me? Do I wait an eternity? When do I give up? When should … Continue reading →

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