Tag Archives: love

HAIBUN THINKING – October 7th 2014 – First Date

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Michael

“You came here in that thing? You’re braver than I thought.” ~ Carrie Fisher (Star Wars) I watch the street; it can’t be long before he arrives. I am nervous as all hell as this is our first date and … Continue reading →

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Wordle #28

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Michael

This weeks words to play with are: Pivotal Mermaid Bedlam Blast Conveyor Chromium Plethora Cinnamon Vortex Kitchen Reception,Vaseline Many people have thought that producing children at my place was a sort of conveyor belt of an activity, but let me … Continue reading →

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D’verse Open Link – Alone Again, Naturally.

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Michael

A door opened The small boy thought locked. Through the gap he saw Light and prospect. Sitting in thought He contemplated A million questions: Why now? When? How? Should I? Will it hurt? Stepping forward He knew was dangerous He’d … Continue reading →

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d’Verse – Meeting The Bar – The Quarrel Form

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Michael

Lies Grow bigger Truth begins blurring Words said the great divide Circles of hate thrown randomly The world fractures Where to now Tears flow End Love In innocence Blossomed once Messages back and forth Deep meaningful affirmations Hanging on every … Continue reading →

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Tale Weaver’s Prompt #27 – Feel the Love – Toby and Suma

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Michael

Toby had been aware of Suma for some time. They were fellow commuters on the 7.15. He had seen her the first day he caught the train and had been fascinated by the small woman and her impish good looks. … Continue reading →

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Poetics: Passion of Brooke Shaden

Posted on September 23, 2014 by Michael

Image by Brooke Shaden: ‘we are infinite.’ Echoes of 70’s music Carly Simon and others Good times Long gone Distant fading memory. More recently Doors slamming Questions asked Was I crazy? You lunatic. Promises of love Committed to the now … Continue reading →

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Prompt #73 “6 Words”

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Michael

1 I came, she went, you called. 2 Tooth ache, knee pain, old age. 3 Six silver thistles broke fetid wind. 4 I want you in my bed. 5 Run away quickly, up the tree. 6 The future smiled past … Continue reading →

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Fairytale #23 – Inner Conflict – Myte Garden

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Michael

Image: Prince K   It was through the flowers that I came to better understand my twin brother John. From the day he died I could see a change in the house. As a twin you are supposed to have … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #23 “Lunchbox” – Dear Aunt

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Michael

Image: Angela Elliot Uncle Max was proud of the photo He called it ‘The Lunchbox of Treasures.’ Innocence captured in three poses. What happened to your childhood? Was it him who bulldozed you Into rebellion? Disowned. The shame of hidden … Continue reading →

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SoCS August 23/14

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Michael

Begin with a preposition….. At the third tone it will be…….I listened to this endless times when I was growing up, why? No idea, I think I was intrigued with the notion that a person spoke those lines ad nausea. … Continue reading →

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