It was Christmas Eve, and I fidgeted as lightning flashed and rain poured, spelling a potential end to our pageant. The wind howled, and one could windsurf through the streets, covered in armor of helmet and knee guards, of course. Eileen had her tambourine out because we planned to sing loudly and fervently next to the Nativity scene at church. Afterwards, we would... Continue Reading →
When I Need Help, I Will Ask! Fandango Story Starter
The older she got, the less sure she was about anything. Her children kept telling her she was wrong about nearly everything, from how she cooked a roast or grilled chicken to the Christmas tree ornaments she wanted to place on the tree. She was tired of the constant surveillance of her activities, just because... Continue Reading →
Keeping A Thistle By My Bedside, as a Remembrance of Who I Am
Jenna sat by her window, listening to the chirping of the wee birds, savoring a moment of peace. She was not yet fit to walk down the stairs, even with her walking stick, still too stiff from the constant aching of her back. Suddenly, she noticed the thistles in her neighbor’s yard and wanted to... Continue Reading →
Sometimes You Can’t Find A Good Compromise!
Annette and Kathy were twins who each loved getting their own way. They decided to have a joint 21st birthday party. But Annette wanted a beautiful white cake, and Kathy demanded a fuchsia cake covered with lots of butter cream. Their mother, Julie, determined not to buy two cakes, chose a batter that was part... Continue Reading →
The Final Straw: Can You Tell A Story In
Mikey’s received a gerbil. Jaycee loved to zip around his wheel in his personal wonderland. One day, he escaped, knocked over Father’s aftershave, and soared downstairs. When Mother howled like a banshee, Mikey at least knew where he was. It was the final straw for Mother. Jaycee was the last pet in their home. Written... Continue Reading →
Not All Sleepy People Are Lazy: Weekend Writing Prompt
Brian couldn’t get Annette out of bed. When he tried, she would stutter, “L-l-leave m-me a-alone!” He shuddered at the thought of surviving on just one salary. So, he doused her with cold water, and she spluttered, “What’s wrong with you?” He felt bad when her lethargy and sluggishness were diagnosed as Clinomania. She couldn’t... Continue Reading →
Finding A Balance Between Humans and Nature: Can You Tell A Story In
Completing his Sudoku game, John noticed a caterpillar larger than usual. He realized the organic fertilizer used on his flowers was not good for the wildlife. Written for Can You Tell A Story In #309 from Esther Chilton. The prompts are "Caterpillar," "Sudoku," and "Organic," in 26 words. Copyright ©All posts on my blog, Help... Continue Reading →
Not Everybody Understands Good Poetry: Can You Tell A Story In
Edwin’s critique of Marla’s poem left her so mad! Remembering that some people cannot appreciate subtlety, rather than murdering a friend, she opted for a double-chocolate cupcake to comfort her. After all, poetry can be like the roll of the dice: sometimes people get it and other times they don’t. Fictional story written for... Continue Reading →
Don’t Let Love Get Away A Second Time: Fandango Story Starter
He realized that she had seen him, and he couldn’t let her get away. He couldn't chance losing her love again. Jonathan had loved Leslie in high school. Neighbors all through school, when she had told him of her love, as much as he adored her, he was more focused on his future as a... Continue Reading →
Dreaming of Stardom While Stuck in a Dead-End Job: What Do You See
Image Credit: Maecel Straub @Unsplash Image Credit: Tommao Wang @ Unsplash As Jaylen sat his his desk, working through lunch for the fourth time this week, he wondered how he had come to be in such a dead-end job. He had been part of a boy band, named the Heartbreakers, that had been famous. People... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 