Two weeks before Thanksgiving, I entered the local library for a book, and I saw the most incredibly beautiful king size quilt hanging on display
Category: Short Stories
“Halloween Neighborhood-Lessons.”
There was a time in the 60’s, and 70’s when the mystery of keeping your home secure during the Halloween season was something you passed
“Cloaked in darkness.”
A 5-year-old girl in a playground stops to look at the flight of a butterfly. She runs around mimicking its movements to understand the butterfly’s
“Good Morning Foggy Haze.”
I awake with a foggy haze, covering my eyes, I stumble to my bathroom to begin my day. When I reach out for my toothbrush,
A motorcyclist’s ordinary day,
I have traveled across the US via motorcycle for well over twenty years along the two-lane asphalt, dirt and gravel roads tying the small towns
“A Journey’s expectation.”
Several hours ago we were seated at our dining room table Loretta, and I sat next to one another holding hands, sharing kisses as our
Ruminating and Swarm
It was a chilly spring evening as Floyd, and Pegg Harkins’ sat rocking in their chairs watching the sun set behind the dark green mountains
“Embarrassing squat.”
It was a hot July the 4th holiday, and several of my neighborhoods were gathered at my home as I hosted a Bar-B-Que. One of
“Love is Patient.”
Lorraine Archer was standing before a full-length mirror contemplating the incredible turn of events that have unfolded in her life.  The mirror reflected the
“Original.”
During my teenage years around the mid to late 70’s I was told to feather my hair since it was the style of the time.
“Pleasurable Reality”
Many pleasures can be seen watching people and pets. People’s faces reveal their pleasure during conversations producing laughter, smiles, and giggles. People show their
“Mountain”
The sight of most mountains stirs within some humans the desire to explore a trail to conquered and stand upon the summit. As you walk
“Phase of Life”
From birth to death, during life, we journey through phases. Phases are the essential components of your soul. Reflecting upon past phases can bring clarity
“Leap Month & Year”
Poets and Writers Prompt. 2016 is a Leap Year, meaning February gets an extra day on Monday, February 29. Push this one step further and
“Longing for Gravity”
You are on a mission to Mars. Because of the length of the journey, you will never be able to return to Earth. What about
“Say Your Name”
Write about your first name: Are you named after someone or something? Are there any stories or associations attached to it? If you had the
“Live to Eat”
Some people “Eat to live” while others “Live to eat.” What about you? How far would you travel for the best meal of your life?
“Not Lemonade”
When life gives, your lemons make something else. Tell us about a time you used an object to resolve a tricky situation in an unorthodox
“B+ Weekend”
Write about what you did last weekend as though you’re a music critic reviewing a new album. This past weekend reading, writing, and the NFL
“Safety First”
Share a story about a time you felt unsafe. When I began kayaking fishing, I was never worried about my safety with my personal floatation
“Unexpected Guest”
You walk into your home to find a couple you don’t know sitting in your living room, eating a slice of cake. Tell us what happens
“Everything Changes” (A love story)
Walking down the street, you encounter a folded piece of paper on the sidewalk. You pick it up and read it and immediately, your life
“Pour Some Sugar on Me”
What is your favorite sweet thing to eat? Bread pudding? Chocolate chip oatmeal cookies? A smooth and creamy piece of cheesecake? Tell us about the
“Sorry, I’m Busy”
Tell us about a time when you should have helped someone… but didn’t. Sorry, I’m busy, is the phrase, I have used for myself, as
The Wanderer
Tell us about the top five place you’ve always wanted to visit The word “Wanderer” is the name I gave my motorcycle nine years ago.
“Isn’t Your Face Red”
In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Isn’t Your Face Red.” When was the last time you were embarrassed? How do you react to embarrassment?
“Choose Your Adventure: Speed”
In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Choose Your Adventure.” Write a story or post with an open ending, and let your readers invent
“My Neighbors Dog, named BOB”
In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “A Dog Named Bob.” You have 20 minutes to write a post that includes the words mailbox, bluejay,
