Surely the color of our lipstick should be a private matter. But be careful if your shade to wear is a wonderful bright red. It’s like a neon sign that announces your most erotic desires, And the more generous the layer, the more hate you must dread. The negative talk about women’s bad reputations seems... Continue Reading →
Taking a Risk for Love is Always Worth It: Three Things Challenge
Caleb believes his jet to Spain may never leave, and his first journey abroad might be jinxed. The solution to his stress and frustration could be going home, as 76 might be too old to start traveling. But he has already allowed his fears of heights and planes to prevent him from going to France... Continue Reading →
I Love Snow: I Don’t Want to Drive In It!
I loved to be sitting near the great big front window, Watching the snow fall and covering the gates and trees. There was a peacefulness in it that healed my soul, But I didn’t think of having to drive in it gleefully. I knew that we had to go to work the next day in... Continue Reading →
Does the Government Know If I Prefer Collards Over Broccoli? Weekend Writing Prompt
It is curious to hear machines talk back to me. How cunning of Big Brother to surveil us in our homes! I wonder if my social media feed is being shared, Listened to and evaluated by unknown men in black in domes. Today, with lamprophony, Alexa wished me a great day. She was curt and... Continue Reading →
It Only Takes A Second For Life to Change Forever: Fandango Story Starter
It was just for one night. It was Christmas Eve night, and we were in the McGarrett mansion, visiting one of the heirs to the newspaper’s fortune. There were six teenagers ages 16-18, three girls and three boys, including Thomas McGarrett, the heir to the throne. We were only going to do a little kissing... Continue Reading →
Living in the Joyous Hope of Christmas: Monday Wordle
Juliette couldn’t believe her eyes as she looked at the Christmas tree. Her dream of a real Christmas was coming true with the new adoptive parents. It was like she was in a fairy tale. The tree was huge, covered in tinsel, pretty ornaments, and gifts under it, some of them for her! There were... Continue Reading →
A Recipe for Surviving the Holidays: Weekend Writing Prompt
I need a teaspoon of patience to survive the holidays. Visitors to entertain, food to cook, and gifts to wrap, Upheaval when Christmas gifts don’t satisfy. And no one is talking because they’re on different apps. Maybe we could start new holiday traditions. No smartphones allowed, giving others our attention. Marriages will be saved and... 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 →
Living Life to Its Fullest Takes Courage and a Joyful Heart (Sense of Humor): Writing Prompts
Shuttling between hope and dread, I find myself constantly on edge. As a member of the snap, crackle, and pop age group, I have fears. But courtesy of my faith and beliefs, I rise to meet each day head-on, Determined to overcome the appearance of old age with much cheer. I walk with confidence that... 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 →
Help from Heaven 