Pension

Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2025/03/26/its-thursdays-six-sentence-story-blog-hop-12/ All Jack needed was ten pounds. He slipped the card into the slot, hoping it would allow him to draw some money out. A gas bill due; he understood they would not be pleased. He tapped his pin number on the machine, not checking the balance. He could feed himself for twoContinue reading “Pension”

Special Stars

Written for https://wordofthedaychallenge.wordpress.com/category/word-of-the-day/ Outer Space, hoping it is Under heaven’s protection. Trusting Earth is not alone. Each human searches for hope Realising they want Special stars to wish upon. Precious memories of family And friends no longer with us Cherished in the sparkling of Each remote orb of light.

Important

Written for https://thesoulsearchersite.wordpress.com/category/6wsp/ Wellbeing; we hold all the power. It is crucial we step back. Whatever our genre, we easily become hyper-focused on our work. Our words; important I get that. When we feel stressed, it is better to enjoy a break from our story, go outside (walking the dog, jumping in a puddle, buildingContinue reading “Important”

Friendly

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ A strength of colour, sprinkling like fireworks on bare limbs. Tiny buds venturing into an unfriendly world, left unsure. The frosty mornings lingering; yet afternoons full of warmth and sunshine lift their fragile pink petals. Spring, another chance to bring new energy to a colourless countryside. Sleeping flowers, understanding it is timeContinue reading “Friendly”