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Tuesday Test – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

CHAPTER TEN MARTHA ‘It is good to see our regulars back in the church today.’ The Reverend Charles Crowthorne had never changed his sermon in years. ‘Our church is always a sanctuary for sinners, and we welcome our newcomers into our fold.’ It had been two weeks since they last attended a sermon. Bruises neededContinue reading “Tuesday Test – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

#FOWC – Sedate – Word prompt from Fandango

With a sedate way of life, Lisa should have been happy. There was nothing to do all day except swim in the pool, sunbathe and watch the world go by. But it wasn’t for her. It felt like there were more than twenty-four hours in a day. With her bags packed – she left theContinue reading “#FOWC – Sedate – Word prompt from Fandango”

Monday Mention – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘He probably would have killed you though.’ ‘Probably, but I’d got to a point where I didn’t care.’ ‘You certainly played close to the wire, the least my dad would have done was ground me and take away my allowance. I can imagine the punishments he would have subjected you to.’ ‘I would have beenContinue reading “Monday Mention – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

Seasons – Poem

I wrote this a few years ago for a writing group I belonged to. Seasons Spring buds pushing towards the light. Flowers in full bloom, their brightness gleaming. Golden leaves drifting in the wind. Snow covered branches observing the skies. Flowers in full bloom, their brightness gleaming. Butterflies soaring through the air. Snow covered branchesContinue reading “Seasons – Poem”

Sunday Life – Too hot!

Took my dog out early for a walk today. It is far too hot to walk him during the day – the concrete will be far too hot. I’m melting just sitting in the front room, let alone moving about. We are wimps when it comes to hot or cold weather in the UK. WeContinue reading “Sunday Life – Too hot!”

Sunday Spirit – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘Have you got any photographs of the two of you together?’ Lucy asked. ‘Mum never keeps photographs, well that’s not quite true,’ Laura reached for a small, grey folder from the top of the table. ‘When I went on a school trip, I was given this camera by my teacher. Miss . . . MissContinue reading “Sunday Spirit – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

#FOWC with Fandango – Word Prompt – Thorough

Haiku – Ode to mistakes I was being so thorough, I missed a full stop – I wasn’t thorough enough. 18.07.21

I’m At Home in the Dark – My next work in progress.

A brief listen to the time on her mobile. How had it got to two o’clock in the morning? There were no missed calls. Missed messages didn’t ping in her ears. Was he still riding his motorbike? Could he already be on his way home, with an apology? Worry turned quickly to anger. He couldContinue reading “I’m At Home in the Dark – My next work in progress.”

Saturday Special – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again

‘I was like that with my friend Julie. I met her when I was volunteered at church functions.’ ‘I wouldn’t imagine your father liked that?’ ‘It made him look good with the neighbours, his daughter, helping out at the church.’ ‘Makes sense.’ ‘During our breaks we used to sneak to the back of the church.Continue reading “Saturday Special – Snippet from It Won’t Happen Again”

FOWC with Fandango – Word Prompt – Realm

‘There is a realm of possibilities at your feet,’ Sheila said, handing me a cup of coffee. She knew me so well. Normally tea was something offered when stressful moments arise out of nowhere. She understood, coffee was my preferred drink of choice. It caused my brain waves to think more clearly. ‘I’m not sureContinue reading “FOWC with Fandango – Word Prompt – Realm”