Written for https://weeklyprompts.com/2025/01/18/weekly-prompts-weekend-challenge-deep/ Deep in my thoughts, I scrolled through the posts lost in a stream of shows, each droplet a second of old episodes. Cool, cherished waters flowing into each other. The clock rushed, an hour passed and insignificant bursts of energy faltered. I could take a break; meander out of scrolling and calmlyContinue reading “Posts”
Category Archives: Poems and short stories
Smile
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ It is easy to become a screen zombie without realising you are affected. Tic-Toc is famous for its brief clips. My daughter often scrolls through her phone, with an occasional smile. Lately, the screen has drawn me in. I have realised, if I stop at my favourite television show, it reveals moreContinue reading “Smile”
Yippee Ki Yay
Last night, in my local entertainment centre, I witnessed a brilliant show, called ‘‘Yippee Ki Yay’’. Written by Richard Marsh, he mostly plays the role across the UK and America. Darrel Bailey shares the part. In this one man monologue, his excellent comedic acting, brought Richard’s words to life. An iconic film; brilliant parody. AContinue reading “Yippee Ki Yay”
Proud
Written for https://amanpan.com/2025/01/14/moonwashed-weekly-prompt-writers-choice-5/ Yet, there is calm is the chaotic bustle. Each hug from our children, seeing them behave in a way to make me proud. I see my daughter, bringing up my granddaughter, so that she is polite and considers others. My son, giving money or food to a homeless person. Whether it isContinue reading “Proud”
Shine
Written for https://lindaghill.com/2025/01/15/one-liner-wednesday-jusjojan25-the-15th-be-colourful/ Never be afraid to be colourful; your beautiful rainbow deserves to shine.
Dad
Written for https://ronovanwrites.com/2025/01/15/ovi-poetry-challenge-83-lift-is-your-inspiration/ You lifted my spirit positive mood fit broken thoughts, you lit when I was down. You kept me sane you never allowed blame my fears, you tamed with a listening heart. I know you’re near there is little fear you share the cheer with an angel song.
Household Chores
Written for https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2025/01/13/share-your-world-13th-january-2025/ 1. Of all the household chores (laundry, dusting, hoovering, washing up, cooking etc) which is your least favourite? I hate ironing because Dad used to do it so well, because he was in the army. 2. With food prices going up all the time, do you buy less, find substitutes, or don’t buyContinue reading “Household Chores”
Invades
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Waves lap at my bare feet. Not aware of her presence at first; a swarm of loathing invades my thoughts. Whipping my face, the wind relishes in its hate. I touch my sleeve, where his hands gripped only minutes before. ‘He’s not sorry …’ Nan says. An excuse he repeat far tooContinue reading “Invades”
Myself
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ Every story has part of the writer in it. We write, either from experience or from what we see of others. I hope to put a more confident version of myself in my writing. As a child, two boys bullied me. My first book, ‘‘Sticks and Stones’’, covered the topic and howContinue reading “Myself”
Blanket
Written for https://weeklyprompts.com/2025/01/11/weekly-prompts-weekend-challenge-blanket/ ‘A blanket statement! What gives you the right to say I have lost the company money!’ ‘The stocks you purchased in the duvet double company, are worthless. They were meant to cover us for a better financial future, instead I am having to let people go.’ Graham slumped in his chair, wrappingContinue reading “Blanket”
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