Flaky, fluffiness

The other day, we stopped at this little local donut shop for breakfast. They had these beautiful pastries. We speculated what they could be. Our thoughts were wrong. Upon questioning the man behind the counter, he told us there was cheese and sausage inside the pastries. “Breakfast pastry.” He proudly reported. I decided to getContinue reading “Flaky, fluffiness”

Coreopsis 29 a

Before Michael was to leave for his surgery, James insisted on a picnic. Juliah was scared to death that this wasn’t going to work.       The tension between Sarah and Orion was unbearable. James wanted at least one good day. Everyone gathered on the front lawn. Despite everything individual people were going through, theyContinue reading “Coreopsis 29 a”

Coreopsis 28 c

   David spoke, “we ruled an island nation called Selira. One-night pirates attacked. They burnt everything. They killed everyone. Kat’s last words to me were, ‘grab Sarah and run.’” He sobbed. “That’s what I did. I grabbed you and ran. We hid for days in the damp darkness of a cave. When the tide rolledContinue reading “Coreopsis 28 c”

My last weight loss journey: 

It’s been a hot minute since I’ve shared more information about my progress. Or lack there of? My scales died and I will not buy a new pair. They are mental bastards that just depress you.  For those of you that have been following me for a while, you know I suffer from G.E.R.D.S. AndContinue reading “My last weight loss journey: “

Be careful what you wish for 

A cautionary tale with a modern twist? Written by: Jolene Rice  Michael Raven With anger and disgust flowing through her, Judy sat at the table looking at this bottle that cost her a lot of work. And a rat. A fleeting thought raced across her mind to pour it down the sink. She stared atContinue reading “Be careful what you wish for “

It’s story time!

Your story or poem can be as long or as short as you want it to be. All four pieces below have to be used. Go wild.  The only thing is, you can’t kill your main character.  Post your work in the comments below. Feel free to tag and share.  Here are your story lines:Continue reading “It’s story time!”

Be careful what you wish for 

A cautionary tale with a modern twist? Written by: Jolene Rice  Michael Raven “Yes.” And as if Judy hadn’t said anything Peggy continued. “It’s to be wild. Not one of those sissy pet shop raised rats. A wild one with natures blood coursing through its vains.” She balled her hand up in a fist, shakingContinue reading “Be careful what you wish for “

Coreopsis 28 b

   “Sarah.” David called to her.    James and Orion were shocked at the state of the library.    She stood up from behind the book-covered desk.    David took two steps backwards when she locked eyes with him.     “There are two paintings hanging in your house, who are they?”    He took aContinue reading “Coreopsis 28 b”