Does this picture inspire you to write something? Image credit; Lolame @ Pixabay ( For visually challenged reader, the image shows three Cranes flying in the evening sky. You can see a waning gibbous moon behind the birds) In search of…… Birds fly in search of warmer climes. Wandering herds look for greener pastures. We are constantly in search of better things : Higher paying … Continue reading What do you see # 59
Looking back at my childhood, Yhe school bus seems something magical. It took us to so many places , A picnic by the river, a trip to the zoo, Movie treats at the cinema, A day at the Science Museum. The best learning happens outside the classroom And magical memories are made. Written for: https://lightmotifs.wordpress.com/2020/12/03/thursday-inspo-85/ Continue reading Thursday Inspo 85 — The “Magic” School Bus
Does this picture inspire you to write something? Image credit; Cheryl Holt @ Pixabay Wishful Thinking Two lovely little friends, ignorant of bias and prejudice, Walking through a world divided by differences of colour, race and gender. Man has charted the moon and harnessed technology. Yet has failed to stamp out discrimination, hatred & prejudice. I wish that by the time these little girls grow … Continue reading Wishful Thinking
A light in the forest , A beacon of hope, For the weary traveller Who has lost his way. He trudged towards it Wondering what he will find. Written for What do you see , a prompt by Sadje of KeepItAlive. https://wp.me/paf3ao-7n6 Continue reading What do you see # 31 -25 May 2020
Two strangers on a train Wearing masks and gloves. Sitting six feet apart It is difficult to make conversation Wearing masks and sitting six feet apart . So they nod and smile Before turning to their cell phones . Two total strangers Thinking the same thoughts: Will we always live like this? How long will this last? Image credit : https://www.google.com/search?q=free+image+for+train+travel+with+social+distancing&rlz=1C1CHBF_enPK845PK845&sxsrf=ALeKk Continue reading Strangers On A Train — another poem for the pandemic
Is there a point? In arranging fresh flowers, Polishing the furniture, Plumping the cushions, Laying out mixed nuts in silver filigree dishes And canapes on platters of fine bone China. For no one comes. But I am here, Why don’t I enjoy it? Both as guest, And as host Continue reading Party of One – A Poem for the Pandemic
Welcome back to another Monday and another prompt. Rules; You can write a post on your blog and create a pingback to link to the original post. Write an original story, poem, or a caption. I will try to reblog your response on my blog. There is no limit to words or format but keep […] Oh to be young again, Footloose and fancy free. … Continue reading What do you see # 30 – 18 May 2020 — Keep it alive
I feel so sorry for the cynic. His cup is always half empty. If people are nice to him he suspects ulterior motives. When they are not nice, he feels persecuted. Rainbows, sunsets, spring flowers, Kindness, gratitude, compassion. He lets them all slide past Without appreciating their beauty. Cynicism does not let him enjoy his life And sinks him into a morass of despair. Eventually … Continue reading Friday Flashback Laughter is the best medicine. Joy is the best therapy.
If Only….. If only unicorns were real And every rainbow ended with a pot of gold. If only four leafed clover was abundant To multiply your good fortune manifold. If only wishes were horses You would see beggars riding strong and bold. Written for: What do you see # 12, a prompt by Sadje of Keep It Alive. https://wp.me/paf3ao-5HT Continue reading What do you see # 12
Swirling and and twirling Her cape unfurling Playing with light music and smoke Mesmerising the audience with her voice. And then backstage, unwinding and reflecting : “How long will I be able to do this ?” Written for: Sue Vincent’s photo prompt https://scvincent.com/2019/12/26/thursday-photo-prompt-offering-writephoto/ Continue reading #writephoto– The Performance
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