Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2023/12/18/share-your-world-18th-december/ 1. Do you enjoy or get frustrated with the run up to the festive holidays? I look forward to the holiday season, and finding something special to make my loved one’s smile. I brought them with the person in mind. Although, as they get older, it is more difficult. I am told notContinue reading “Family Fun”
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Festive
Written for https://wordofthedaychallenge.wordpress.com/category/word-of-the-day/ You alright?’ ‘Santa’s getting right on my nerves.’ ‘What’s he done?’ ‘I get that it is the festive period, but do we really have to wear all this green. It’s about time we were given the ability to update our image.’ Emily said. Elliot wrapped his arms around his best friend, andContinue reading “Festive”
2023
Written for https://reinventionsreena.wordpress.com/2023/12/14/reenas-xploration-challenge-311/ It hardly seems like months have passed. 2024, who knows what will happen? We choose the same old resolutions. Whether it is to quit smoking, lose weight, or find another job. I have achieved none in the past and because of this, to make changes in the moment, is more productive. SeeingContinue reading “2023”
Artificial
Written for https://jewishyoungprofessional.wordpress.com/2023/12/13/jyprovocative-question-14-religion-ai/ Should religion (or spiritual intelligence) influence how we use AI? Religious thought and practice? Are the two things be totally unrelated to each other? Should something else guide how we use AI? I’m not sure that religion, or politics, should influence AI. It has to be programmed by a human,who will automatically give themContinue reading “Artificial”
Recovery
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ ‘What have you in store for me today?’ The first step to recovery is self belief – that was her therapist’s mantra. What did she know? Three failed marriages and a son addicted to drugs. She often observed a chain smoker with bitten nails pacing outside between sessions. ‘You alright Mummy?’ ThomasContinue reading “Recovery”
Christmas
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2023/12/11/share-your-world-11th-december/ Here are this week’s questions1. What is your favourite song or artist beginning with the letter D? I used to sing Delilah by Tom Jones when I was little and as an adult I sang it on stage (Karaoke and badly). I needed a few drinks because I wouldn’t have the confidenceContinue reading “Christmas”
Plans
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ As this year ends, with only a few weeks left in 2023, I have no actual plans. Not yet anyway. I am waiting for some feedback on my WIP ‘‘Orvieto’’. I received a bursary for an agent to read it. Covered in red marks, I am sure, but I will have invaluableContinue reading “Plans”
Lucky
Written in response to https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2023/12/09/weekend-writing-prompt-341-rhythm/ and https://lindaghill.com/2023/12/08/the-friday-reminder-and-prompt-for-socs-dec-9-2023/ Moving to the rhythm of life is the fun part of being part of the universe. As each birthday arrives, I still get excited about the presents and spending time with family. Today I won’t be writing much because I am going out for my birthday. I willContinue reading “Lucky”
In The Dark
Another round of editing. CHAPTER TWO A truck stop on the outskirts of Slough is a short drive from our house. Minutes from the motorway and a bus ride into town, it is the perfect location for a private conversation. He grips the steering wheel, mesmerised by the windshield wipers. I wipe condensation from theContinue reading “In The Dark”
Friday Fibs
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2023/12/08/fibbing-friday-8th-december/ 1. What is Free Will When you go to the bank, and a free will is part of its package. 2. What is persona non grata It is an ungrateful person, who doesn’t like socks for Christmas. 3. What is bog standard In the eighties there were public toilets, which were underground.Continue reading “Friday Fibs”
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