Atmosphere

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Is that a living world beyond the horizon? A new planet and a chance to start again? Their tiny pod drifted over a barren waste covered with nothing but single cell forms. It was like its own moon, keeping the surface connected to its counterparts. ‘Is it the one?’ Stevena said. ‘HopeContinue reading “Atmosphere”

Walking is Fun

Written for https://sammiscribbles.wordpress.com/2026/05/02/weekend-writing-prompt-466-persuasion/ For a walk needs no persuasion For it is an thrilling situation Ready with a ball and lead His excitement is decreed Open the door, but he must stay For a calmer dog will have its day His best friend  Luna, friends all his life, A run with her is not aContinue reading “Walking is Fun”

Two Gold Rings

Written for https://skepticskaddish.com/category/poetry/poetry-prompt/ Take two gold rings, and a kiss the honeymoon you cannot miss Buy or rent a home to share A dash of money for more flare Sprinkle fun as two become four Stir in a pot if your want more Simmer with a protection spell live your marriage and be well WithContinue reading “Two Gold Rings”

Home

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ They walked out of the darkness, bathed in light. Charley wasn’t sure what it was, but understood it wasn’t a dream. She stepped forward, hoping to see her father. They said this would happen, but she wasn’t sure she believed in the afterlife; there was no sign. ‘Mum, what are you lookingContinue reading “Home”

Honest

Written for https://girlieontheedge1.wordpress.com/2026/04/26/sundays-six-sentence-story-prompt-word-28/ ‘Help is always available when you ask for it.’ James thought about his therapist’s advice in their weekly appointments. He wanted to talk with his grandmother; she was the only person who could understand the uncertainty of being honest when a partner caused physical or mental torture. ‘You’re the first person IContinue reading “Honest”

Keeping Busy

Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/sunday-poser/ I have always been the sort of person that prefers to be attempting new things. From learning Italian, writing books, having a website, volunteering and working, I keep busy. It is good to have a challenge because we learn from our mistakes and our success. Yes, learning new things is beautiful.