Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ A trickle at first talking about allusions allowing a thirst to repair our emotions.
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Best Friends
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ I met my bestie when I was twelve; going to the fair, sitting making daisy chains, or chatting about life, I found someone who understood me and never judged. When she was fifteen, her dad moved to America for his job as a pilot. Even with a whole ocean between us, ourContinue reading “Best Friends”
Time Collection
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see Shifting sands a collection of time band together as one. Tiny siblings joined me in their quest for survival My stories are precious and as I lay my eggs I hope they will be free.
For You Beth
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ James sat in his usual spot, gazing at the red roses blooming in a quiet corner of the park. Nobody spoke, but he preferred to be alone with his thoughts. Beth; the love of his life. What was he doing? Clinging to a life-raft of memories, he scraped his hands across theContinue reading “For You Beth”
Imaginary
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ It’s all in your head. That’s what my dad used to shout when I mentioned my imaginary friend. ‘Can you set an extra place?’ I asked. ‘About time we gave up that nonsense.’ Dad’s veins bulged red. ‘Let her be, love,’ she said. I shared that look as Mum set a knife,Continue reading “Imaginary”
Friendly
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ A strength of colour, sprinkling like fireworks on bare limbs. Tiny buds venturing into an unfriendly world, left unsure. The frosty mornings lingering; yet afternoons full of warmth and sunshine lift their fragile pink petals. Spring, another chance to bring new energy to a colourless countryside. Sleeping flowers, understanding it is timeContinue reading “Friendly”
Love
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ My children I am full of love thanking the stars above for the precious gift of you. My children I watched you thrive you made me feel alive when you called me mum. My children I am so proud shouting it loud being a parent is a wonderful thing.
Vacant Dreams
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Hidden behind vacant dreams, Sophie permitted her fears to drift into the broken branches. As the stars parted, a different world kept shining through the dark. Free at last. Nobody to tell her what to do. She let the cool water to wander over her fingers. ‘I refuse to wake up,’ sheContinue reading “Vacant Dreams”
Sunny Days
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Sandcastles, each grain as strong as tin flags waving to a whispering wind, resting on striped deckchairs; Dad with his book, Mum, sunbathing; giving that boredom look. stealthy sun sneaking behind clouds of smoke, home made sandwiches; a can of warm coke, screaming seagulls stealing our chips, slithers of salt and vinegarContinue reading “Sunny Days”
Book Club
Written for https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/category/what-do-you-see/ Book club meets every month, and the Facebook post intrigued me. Concentrating on my novel; to write a synopsis is like flying without a parachute. How do you write an entire story on a single page? I finished (nearly) on Sunday. Now for the cover letter. Help! It was easy to makeContinue reading “Book Club”
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