(I’m not even a dog person, but this is sweet. For all you pet people out there!) Love, Unconditional ***** (Another one about caring family members; this one shows the bond between siblings.) Short Story Sunday 196: Babysit ***** (Another excellent piece from Sudha. As always, she manages to capture the essence of what’s behind the… Continue reading Writers showcase, March 1, 2018
(We usually think of matters of the heart as between two people and often forget there’s another member involved. A sweet tale to start the month of love.) #100 – The Tale of a Broken Heart ***** (We’ll never know why the protagonist feels this way, but her fears come through loud and clear. Makes my… Continue reading Writers showcase, February 1, 2018
(Before the contemporary writers, including me, came the greats, and it’s always rewarding to re-read them. Here’s a classic.) http://www.esquire.com/entertainment/books/a14340/ray-bradbury-last-night-of-the-world-0251/ ***** (This one’s by yours truly! Just a gentle reminder that we should always retain clarity about our life goals and passions, who is best suited to involve themselves with those goals, and who we… Continue reading Writers showcase, December 25, 2017
(In a slight departure from the way I normally do things and for this month only, I’m posting a single prompt. The story that results from this prompt will appear on Monday.) Prompt: You have a strained relationship with your grandmother. While visiting her, you discover something that changes your view of her and of… Continue reading Writing prompt for Monday, December 11, 2017
(Sometimes sympathy brings its own guilt.) https://livingauthorssociety.wordpress.com/2017/08/02/the-eyes-of-flowers/ *** (Ben has a wonderful idea for his new story here. Check it out!) The Last of Logan (update) *** (See? This is why I always looked up to Anne of Green Gables.) From “Handling Imaginary Students” by Hopewell School District
