Two Gold Rings

Written for https://skepticskaddish.com/category/poetry/poetry-prompt/ Take two gold rings, and a kiss the honeymoon you cannot miss Buy or rent a home to share A dash of money for more flare Sprinkle fun as two become four Stir in a pot if your want more Simmer with a protection spell live your marriage and be well WithContinue reading “Two Gold Rings”

Home

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ They walked out of the darkness, bathed in light. Charley wasn’t sure what it was, but understood it wasn’t a dream. She stepped forward, hoping to see her father. They said this would happen, but she wasn’t sure she believed in the afterlife; there was no sign. ‘Mum, what are you lookingContinue reading “Home”

Honest

Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2026/04/26/sundays-six-sentence-story-prompt-word-28/ ‘Help is always available when you ask for it.’ James thought about his therapist’s advice in their weekly appointments. He wanted to talk with his grandmother; she was the only person who could understand the uncertainty of being honest when a partner caused physical or mental torture. ‘You’re the first person IContinue reading “Honest”

Keeping Busy

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ I have always been the sort of person that prefers to be attempting new things. From learning Italian, writing books, having a website, volunteering and working, I keep busy. It is good to have a challenge because we learn from our mistakes and our success. Yes, learning new things is beautiful.

All Part of Humanity

Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2026/04/19/sundays-six-sentence-story-prompt-word-27/ Flags of each country fluttered with a positive proof of human strength. 2054, something for the history tablets to relate. All it took was an alien invasion to make Earth realise they were stronger when linked into a positive chain of hope. ‘To all you wonderful humans, this day has been inspirational.Continue reading “All Part of Humanity”

Fragile Smile

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ I wrote this story because I wanted to highlight that girls can have autism too. Many have been misdiagnosed with depression and anxiety. They are more social and will try to fit in, where boys can be more distant. It is exhausting to mask (act like others do). Constantly having a commentaryContinue reading “Fragile Smile”

The Butler Said

Written for https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2026/04/18/weekend-writing-prompt-464-chandelier/ Amy was transfixed to the chandelier hanging from the ceiling, its intricate glass tinkling. The wind whistling a tune of newness. She wondered if her job as a maid would allow her to see this beautiful creation. ‘Your job will be to clean the stairs each morning at five am sharp. IContinue reading “The Butler Said”