Written for https://lindaghill.com/2025/09/10/one-liner-wednesday-not-a-duck-or-goose-in-sight/ A golden memory; pancakes in syrup. When I was little I went to a restaurant called the Golden Egg. They served delicious pancakes on silver dishes, covered in golden syrup. I can taste them now.
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Polished Toes
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Wishing waves washed smooth pebbles, as Carol finished her second cup of espresso for the morning. The freedom of her flip-flops were cool against her polished red toes. She dipped her fork into her light pancakes, covered in a lemon sauce. Each mouthful melted on her tonsils. She leant back in herContinue reading “Polished Toes”
Plans of Writing
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/my-prompts-2/ I self-published my first book, ‘‘Sticks and Stones’’, when I was in my early forties. I paid a company, but the editing was substandard. Do I regret writing the book? No. Whatever the outcome, I am proud of what I achieved. My first character ‘‘Alison’’ and she could do what I failedContinue reading “Plans of Writing”
A Perfect Day
Autumn colours spin ballerina pirouettes Carpets of gold smile. I love the change in seasons, and the cooler weather brings beautiful carpets.
It Was Cold
Written for https://thesoundofonehandtyping.com/2025/09/02/this-weeks-writers-workshop-prompts-september-4-2025/ In the UK in the eighties, schools did not allow girls to wear trousers because they were not part of the uniform. When it was cold, skirts didn’t offer the same protection. The policy changed soon after we wore trousers as a protest. Rara skirts were a trend, along with leg warmersContinue reading “It Was Cold”
Comfort Duvet
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2025/09/03/one-liner-wednesday-me-from-now-on/ Cooler nights and the delicious duvet is my comfort once more.
Baked Beans
Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2025/08/31/sundays-six-sentence-story-word-prompt-382/ Betty put the sack of washed potatoes in her cupboard. She pulled out the largest two, and wrapped them in silver foil. Two hours later, she covered them in melting butter, cheese, and a whole tin of baked beans. Each large mouthful lingered quietly before its memory ordered her to take anotherContinue reading “Baked Beans”
Warming Share
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2025/09/01/share-your-world-1st-september/ 1. Is your home heated by radiators, underfloor heating or an open fire? I have radiators in all of my rooms, and they only go on when a jumper doesn’t keep you warm. I don’t have them on during the night, as I find it difficult to sleep when it is tooContinue reading “Warming Share”
For Our Protection
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Beautiful in your grace Understanding there is more Than this earth connecting us Truth spread across fragile wings Ensures the protection from heaven Relish in their special journey Flying towards their goal Let winged angels guide Your way home.
One Day
Written for https://weeklyprompts.com/2025/08/30/weekly-prompts-the-one-day-prompt-16/ Bunched fists, and a proud cry, she counted my fingers Words, steps, each milestone lingered months turn into years one day you turn eighteen New journey with your partner Two new lives; a proud mum always goes bunched fists, a proud cry, and count their toes
Writer Ravenclaw 