Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2024/11/20/its-thursdays-six-sentence-story-link-up-117/ ‘It will benefit you to give up caffeine in coffee.’ ‘I don’t drink that much, besides it hasn’t harmed me so far,’ David said. The doctor uncrossed her arms, and twisted the computer screen into a better position for him to view his high blood pressure results. ‘182 over 90 over aContinue reading “Benefit”
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Coffee
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2024/11/20/one-liner-wednesday-my-cup/ I wouldn’t say I am annoyed without my morning coffee, but probably best not to run out of milk. My one sentence, above, and my habits have changed a little. No longer allowed too much caffeine, I have my special cauldron shaped mug (got to be the right size) a day. TheContinue reading “Coffee”
Crowded
Written for https://christinebialczak.com/2024/11/19/simply-6-minutes-welcome-to-the-challenge11-19-2024/ Nobody owned up to it. I mean, the crowded lift; already a mixture of body odour, and late invoice nerves; was never a pleasant place to spend your lunch break. The colleague, who let rip in a confined space, obviously hiding. ‘Shouldn’t have eaten the chillies!’ Tom shouted. Lolita, from admin, giggledContinue reading “Crowded”
It’s a Share
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2024/11/18/share-your-world-18th-november-2024/ 1. What brings you the most comfort:food, friends, a good movie, pets, a walk on the beach/in the park, something else. I would have to say all of the above, but my family bring me the sense of security I have today. 2. Most of us love our food. Is there somethingContinue reading “It’s a Share”
First Day
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ It was a brilliant first day. I opened my book; letters flowing off the page similar to drinking water. Learning to read, and I promised Iso Kulli, I would share the knowledge. She never had the chance to learn. When she was seventeen, she was pregnant with me. She hopes I canContinue reading “First Day”
Pension
Written for https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2024/11/16/weekend-writing-prompt-390-diamond/ A wonderous walk to collect his pension; a bunch of white roses for his wonderful diamond of a wife.
Wearisome
Written for https://thesoulsearchersite.wordpress.com/saturday-6wsp/ A wearisome walk; without her hopeless.
Protected
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2024/11/15/the-friday-reminder-and-prompt-for-socs-nov-16-2024/ Believing in me, providing me with warmth Letting me know I am protected and with my best interests in mind. Never thinking of yourself Keeping me secure Every moment strong Truth knitted together with love.
Friendship
Written for https://weeklyprompts.com/2024/11/13/weekly-prompts-wednesday-challenge-distance/ We are bestie’s at a distance, might not speak every day, but my thoughts are firmly with you and my friendship will never stray. We are both proud grandparents, our children left the nest sharing our achievements in my heart is the best. We are besties at a distance, but I hopeContinue reading “Friendship”
Proud
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2024/11/13/one-liner-wednesday-motherhood/ Being a mum; unpaid, overworked, but wouldn’t change a thing; children to grow ups, they are my greatest joy. I am proud of my children. My daughter, a great mum and loyal friend. My son, a beautiful person, with a kind heart and a wicked sense of humour. I am lucky toContinue reading “Proud”