I don’t know about you, but raising children back in the day was fairly easy. Depending on the age, you played age appropriate games they enjoyed and that entertained them. Let’s face it, the cardboard box they opened at Christmas and birthdays carried more weight than the toy, often enough. A walk to the playground, […]
Disguise – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
The children were so excited Completely beyond delighted Costumes were on, all in place Happily prepared ready to embrace Halloween ‘n trick or treat Many new friends to meet Laughter and giggles filled the air They were ready for others to scare At the bottom of the staircase Everyone ready in their place […]
Bizarre – Sheryl’s Daily Post
It was bizarre in the extreme Surreal as if in an odd dream Suddenly from out of the blue They dropped as though on cue Baby spiders slithered down a web I jumped back an entire big step Creepy crawlies all over the place All over your hair, all over your face Once […]
Cackle – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
Halloween is coming, she cackled As always, somewhat baffled By what to wear, what to choose A smile lit her face, so amused Witches and warlocks so divine Sitting by the fire with glass of wine Her eyes began to glow green In anticipation of her wolverine Who would make an […]
Dissemble
Though they are honest and pure And have no need to demure In public places like libraries ‘n such Children, our hands often clutch And we masquerade wearing masks While carrying on our daily acts Before those we know not well Our very own protective shell Behind which we quietly dwell Sometime […]
Cathartic – Sheryl’s Daily Post
Suddenly upon you, a cathartic moment That until recently went by unnoticed And suddenly as if in a flash of light An aha moment shining so bright Your encompassed in dawning realization Profound words thoughts deeds a summation Morph into something suddenly very real Permanent and now no longer surreal A […]
Brood – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
She lovingly called her family her brood Though often they might fight and feud As was want in families of that size There were often many lows and highs But her brood had a strong family bond And when in need, all would respond Lending a helping hand shoulder or hug Offered with a […]
Acquiesce – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
He knew he should acquiesce with grace After all, it was only a small staircase But he loved riling her up just for fun She’d rally and glow like the sun Fierce fiery melted him with a glare How he loved her charming red hair And the temper that went with it He didn’t […]
Gloss – Word of the Day Challenge
The gloss on her lips enticing Had him willingly fighting To sit next to her at a table Where he was then able To chat with her, perhaps become friends A hand of acknowledgement he extends Hoping she’ll grasp hold, go for a ride Through hill and dale and countryside Until the end […]
Copious – “Ragtag Daily Prompt”
Copious tears shed concerned As the midnight candle burned At a loss that felt so weighty No longer happy and carefree Reality was truly a bust As winds of change now gust Across a land once so free Now so much enmity Strife friction worry concern In concientious hearts burn Where will it […]
Brilliant – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
Brilliant night skies Bedazzling fireflies Stars shone above Declaring our love Moments oh so sweet Our own window seat As evening became night Under the moon’s soft light Arms wrapped tightly around On our secret playground Where dreams were plentiful Written in ink indelible Your Daily Word Prompt – Brilliant – October 15, 2018
Vibrant – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
Outwardly serene and gentle Often amusingly sentimental She was a flower quite resilient Her inner strength shone so brilliant Vibrant pure in colours bright and bold Around her you could never feel old Effervescence shone luminously clear Her joy for life filled others with cheer Easy to succumb to sadness and loss She […]
Scary – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
Scary, things that bump in the night Making you wonder ’bout your plight Images dance round in your head Bringing back scary stories you’ve read Halloween is that type ‘n time of the year Everything is odd, everything is queer Dressing up – spooks and goblins Whether in chains or just hobblin’ ‘Tis […]
Rainy – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
On this rainy day I was relaxed Reading my novel, ’twas the climax The fire was flickering, a soft glow Permeated outside the chateaux A hum of voices quickly approached My friends would surely encroach Glasses and wine in hand, the door opened My solitude was suddenly broken I dropped my […]
#SixWordStoryChallenge: Princess 4h ago creative writingflash fictionmicrofictionsix word storysix word story challenge
Sweet Princess becomes Queen of terror
Jeff Dunham – such a ham! Love him!
I totally love Jeff Duham. These are a few of the new episodes I haven’t seen so I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.
Haunted – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
Haunted by her loveliness His heart held but heaviness The woman of his dreams He’d love since they were teens Had drifted away, stared vacantly Yet he lay by her side silently Still captivated by unending love This woman, his morning dove With whom adventures shared Nothing else simply compared […]
Purse Charms
Thought I’d share with you, what I’ve been doing. My 17 year old grand daughter took the first pictures, and my 16 year old grand daughter took the ones with the green writing. Although I can’t see much, I had a great deal of fun making these and I’m hoping they’ll sell before Christmas. Do […]
Could You Be In An Abusive Relationship and Not Know It? — phicklephilly
The following article was shared with me and I think it’s important for you to consider if you’re in an abusive situation, even emotionally. The article is written as the woman being the one abused but men can be the abused one (or you’re abusing each other), so don’t let gender stop you from seeking […] […]
Moonlit – Sheryl’s Daily Prompt
It was a special moonlit night The kind that washed all in white Memorable in so many ways On the table sat a bouquet Crystal sparkled, silverware glistened In the distance, if you quietly listened Waves rhythm though gentle was heard A whispered silence undeterred The evening ripe with romantic allure Settled together […]
Hibernate – Sheryl’s Daily Post
Solving problems wasn’t his thing Instead he’d hide intently stuffing His noodle under a pillow to sleep Not daring to lift his head and peep Choosing instead to hibernate Hoping his problems would abate Miraculously solving themselves Instead shoving them on shelves Alas that’s not how it works It only makes for […]
Flannel – Sheryl’s Post
Not sure why I looked flannel up, but I did and this is what I found. I’ve honestly never heard any of these terms relating to flannel. In my world, flannel meant something you sleep in, roflmao “trumpery”?! applesauce [slang], balderdash, baloney (also boloney), beans, bilge, blah (also blah-blah), blarney, blather, blatherskite, blither, bosh, bull […]
Deciduous – Sheryl’s Prompt
A deciduous meeting Although it was fleeting Was all it took to cement A friendship that was meant To last a lifetime and more Filled with joy and a rapport Your Daily Word Prompt – Deciduous – October 6, 2018
Chilly – Sheryl’s Daily Post
‘Twas chilly, we cuddled by the fire Music playing, we chatted the entire Evening, spent sharing our dreams Peering out the window at moonbeams What could be more special we thought Than sitting with a loved one, all else forgot Autumn was sharing her colourful coat Vivid and feisty, earthy yet so […]
Jo- Creative PTSD Gal Jo- Creative PTSD Gal , Six Word Challenge
Prompt: Spell Spell cast, our interlude romanticized forever