Written for https://lindaghill.com/2024/01/12/daily-prompt-jusjojan-the-12th-2024/ ‘A toast to the happy couple,’ Dad said, crashing back into his seat. My champagne flute trembling, I did as I was told. Somehow today passed by in such a blur, I barely believed my vowes to be true. I convinced myself it was nerves. Every bride went through them. As myContinue reading “A Toast”
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Crazy Chain
Written for https://reinventionsreena.wordpress.com/2024/01/11/reenas-xploration-challenge-313/ This whole crazy chain of events started when I accidentally picked up the wrong suitcase at the airport. My favourite pastime was going on holiday. Theirs, I’m not so sure. When I peered inside, there was no sign of my swimming costume, fancy dresses, and stilettos. Instead were a sensible pair trainersContinue reading “Crazy Chain”
Warm Socks
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2024/01/10/one-liner-wednesday-jusjojan24-the-10th-so/ Warm socks, and a hot mug of hot chocolate is the best way to spend a winter’s night.
It’s the Truth
Written for https://pcguyiv.wordpress.com/category/all-posts/writing-prompts/truthful-tuesday/ We are only nine days into 2024, so I am not sure how the rest will go. I have a numerous jobs to save up for. My car has a yellow warning light showing on the dashboard. It is because the sensor fitted isn’t the same as the model. It is notContinue reading “It’s the Truth”
Grief
Written in response to https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Alone, grief building up layers of protection against life. It is easier to pull away than be hurt by opinions of others. Yet, the biggest lie is the one you tell yourself. The love of family friends, will protect a fragile mind. Alone and the fear wins.
Grateful
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2024/01/08/daily-prompt-jusjojan-the-8th-2024/ I am blessed with the love of my family. If there is a celebration, we have all been part of it. If any of us are in trouble, we extend our support to them. I was brought up in a loving environment. My big brother is amazing. Being the youngest, he isContinue reading “Grateful”
Sharing My World
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2024/01/08/share-your-world-8th-january/ 1. When you look out of your kitchen window, what do you see? It is at the front and I live in a cul-de-sac. There are other houses, with their small paved gardens.2. When was the last time you used public transport? We were on holiday and giving our car a break on theContinue reading “Sharing My World”
Algorithms
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ I value on-line privacy. Although, it is difficult for us to keep that intact. When we buy on Amazon, there are algorithms which bombard you with adverts about a another product. I find it easier to have my pen name. It is the same with Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. We have toContinue reading “Algorithms”
Purple
Today’s prompt https://weeklyprompts.wordpress.com/?p=14418&preview=true ‘You have purple hair!’ ‘Do you like it?’ ‘You are sixty, what will Dad think?’ Sarah didn’t care what he thought. Twenty years of married life , and he sought comfort elsewhere. ‘I have made a decision. He is a great father, that much I am sure of, but our partnership isContinue reading “Purple”
Either Way
Written for https://crispinakemp.com/2024/01/03/crimsons-creative-challenge-269/ I hide in the depths of murky water until the human moves on by. It can go either way. You trample grass, escaping, does more damage than you think. The other will take me in their hand, removing me from my safe place. Despite the fear, being a spider has its benefits.Continue reading “Either Way”