Author Archives: writerravenclaw

Substandard

Written for https://jimadamsauthordotcom.wordpress.com/2026/02/26/thursday-inspiration-321-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-heartbreaker/ Mary leant against her walking frame, her identity stripped from her. Without her oxygen, this long corridor would be the last straw. She never liked care homes, and this one would be no different. Tepid dinners, which always smelt of old cabbage, with a pudding resembling frog spawn for afters. She beggedContinue reading “Substandard”

Not So Alone

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ I stroll across the paving stones Do you step with me? Allow me to make my own mistakes.? There are days when I feel so alone When I cannot sleep, my nights are fake. Yet, as the breeze wafts over tired eyes Where will my thoughts land? I refuse to listen toContinue reading “Not So Alone”

Sorrento

Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2026/03/01/sundays-six-sentence-story-prompt-word-20/ In a month’s time, I am flying to Sorrento. I am looking forward to my first trip on an airplane. When I go on fairground rides, as long as I am strapped in safely, I am not scared, and it must be a similar feeling in the air. Also, there are moreContinue reading “Sorrento”

No Eclipse

Image created by AI Written for https://reinventionsreena.wordpress.com/2026/02/26/reenas-xploration-challenge-419/ An eclipse of the heart As we all say nothing bright will go your way Turn away from the fear Let hope win Your heart will believe it can sing Friends and family, our hearts protected Even in the dark, we never stay dejected.

Home Life

Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2026/02/23/share-your-world-23rd-february/ 1. Do you prefer your home painted in neutral colours with pictures or furnishings to add warmth and character? I don’t like beige walls, and prefer to have pastel colours. I also have pictures on my wall, they add warmth to the room. 2. Do you prefer wooden/tiled floors or carpets andContinue reading “Home Life”