Written for #missysmadchallenge. A faint light flickered in the distance, leading a group of friends down a trail they had never noticed before. Betty peers into the golden halo, following the brittle leaves. They hover, mid breeze, before drifting daintily among their fallen comrades. ‘We should head back,’ Alan said. ‘Mum wanted us home beforeContinue reading “Golden Halo”
Author Archives: writerravenclaw
Her Perfect Web
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Sarah pulled back and rested on her back legs. Each droplet highlighted in the golden dawn shimmered. Layer upon entrusted layer, identical in its inspiration, held strong. She gathered in lithe limbs into the tiniest ball she could; hid like the moon on a cloudy night. Would her creation lure her victim?Continue reading “Her Perfect Web”
Sharing Love
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2025/11/10/share-your-world-10th-november/ I am grateful for my bestie; when I met her, at the age of eleven, our friendship is strong. She moved to America when she was fifteen, but best friends do not have to see each other every day. When I retire, I hope to make the journey across the water toContinue reading “Sharing Love”
Vegetable Hack
Written for https://estherchilton.co.uk/ There was once a woman who lacked the courage to stop eating snacks until one day her doctor with a cholesterol that rocked her suggested a vegetable hack.
Crimson Fields
I wrote this poem a few years ago. The first world war might be over a hundred years ago, but we should never forget their sacrifice. ”For our tomorrows, they gave their todays.” Crimson Fields Like a blanket of love, Protecting the fallen, Sheltering the brave, Tending the graves, of the brave young men, WhoContinue reading “Crimson Fields”
Watch The Parade
Today is Remembrance Sunday, and I always watch the parade. My dad was a paratrooper in the second world war, and my father-in-law, in the the Green Howards. When I was young Dad never missed a Remembrance Sunday. I saw the emotion, as he thought about his friends, who weren’t so lucky. He wrote aContinue reading “Watch The Parade”
Most Days
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ Most days merge, especially when I am working. Even the weekends are very similar, but during each day there is a reason to smile. When my granddaughter makes a joke, or even when she says anything serious, I can’t help but chuckle. Sharing memories loved ones is a pleasure I look forwardContinue reading “Most Days”
A Cerulean Sea
Written for https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2025/11/08/weekend-writing-prompt-441-cerulean/ A cerulean sea brushes over the shore, each wave shifting its position over grains of subtle sand. Sarah dug her feet into the soft clumps and steps slowly forward. A lifetime of memories, held together by a fragile connection. Hesitant clouds drifted upon the horizon, blocking out the sun, before drifting intoContinue reading “A Cerulean Sea”
Favourite Treat
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2025/11/07/the-friday-reminder-and-prompt-for-socs-nov-8-2025/ When I got diagnosed with high cholesterol, I decided I would start making cakes from scratch. I have an extremely sweet tooth, and didn’t want to cut out my favourite treat completely. Using flora, which was lower in fat. I enjoyed baking, and it gave me something to do in the afternoon.Continue reading “Favourite Treat”
No Fear
Written for https://reinventionsreena.wordpress.com/2025/11/06/reenas-xploration-challenge-406/ With an unappetizing lump of dry beef in a stale bun, Sarah gulped down a glass of lemonade. ‘So what do we have to do?’ Sarah asked. ‘Our therapist takes us to our happy place. Something to do when we are feeling anxious. Basically, we close our eyes, and lie on ourContinue reading “No Fear”
Writer Ravenclaw 