Laugh … Ch#42 – (Just one thing)
The zany Michael McIntyre, Thinks when you’re laughing, he’s on fire, He wants validation, For comic gestation, As a joke makes life seem less dire! (Limerick) Photo by Rodolfo Quirós from Pexels Chapter […]
Empower – Ch#41 (Just one thing)
Women Shyly, self-conscious Accommodating, apologising, defining … “Women of the World” Celebrating, thriving, appreciating … Boldly, self-confident, Women (Diamante) Chapter 40 – Summary from the Wisdom of Jude Kelly The […]
Impact – Ch#40 (Just one thing)
Each and Every-one Can impact people’s lives Only, if we take action: one … And all. (Cinquain) Chapter 40 – Summary from the Wisdom of Richard Curtis The Post has […]
The Prize Ch#39 – (Just one thing)
Set aside the Auschwitz wallow, Make the most of what you have got, When one slice of bread is your lot, Eat slowly, savour, each swallow, And, save a bit, […]
Fight – Ch#38 (Just one thing)
Let’s fight for freedom, Regardless of its huge cost, For everyone’s right … To choose how to live their life, In peace, and with acceptance. (Tanka) Photo by Muhammadtaha Ibrahim Ma’aji from Pexels […]
Act – Ch#37 (Just one thing)
If you think, It’s been a bad day, At bedtime … Tomorrow, Awake the intent to change; As action cures fear. (Shadorma) Photo with thanks to Pexels Chapter 37 – […]
An Extra Mile – Ch#36 (Just one thing)
Step out the limelight, Keep your eye out for chances – To use your fame well. (Haiku) Photo by Sharon McCutcheon from Pexels Chapter 36 – Summary from the Wisdom of Jude Law […]
Intent – Ch#35 (Just one thing)
Whatever you do, do it with firm intent, Not with abuse, nor rants, nor indignant shouts; A whisper can reach more, with your argument, The wrongful detention – no trial; […]
Ambition – Ch#34: (Just one thing)
What is wrong with golden ambition? Regardless of which sex you are. It’s grand if you can achieve More than what is needed. It builds confidence and self-esteem. But – […]
Rhythm – Ch#33 (Just one thing)
Listen to the rift – Rhythm is the essence of life, Feel its thumping beat. (Haiku) Photo by Brett Sayles from Pexels Chapter 33 – Summary from the Wisdom of Mickey Hart The […]
Stay Strong – Ch#32 (Just one thing)
Observe, in the mirror, her refection, A woman … black … moreover … awarded. Ignoring, the barbed jibes, of rejection, Not rising, to assumptions, afforded. “Conservatory” arts well, rewarded This […]
On Training – Ch#31 (Just one thing)
Give all of yourself, then go on a bit more, If you get a knock-back, take it, on the chin, Shrug it off, don’t try, to even up the score, […]
Keep Control – Ch#30 (Just one thing)
Such is the sweet smell of success, So snort at the terrors that haunt, Kick aside those gremlins that taunt, Stand tall and fight hard to impress, It won’t come […]
Self as Agent – Ch#29 (Just one thing)
Let none destruct you – The sense of having a self, Is yours to define. (Haiku) Photo by Luis Quintero from Pexels Chapter 29 – Summary from the Wisdom of Nitin Sawhney The […]
Conviction – Ch#28 (Just one thing)
Cogitation, Cautiously, thoughtful; Concentrating, obsessing, analysing … The Conviction that’s bestirred. Considering, wondering, embracing … Cheerily, joyful; Contemplation. (Diamante) Photo by Retha Ferguson from Pexels Chapter 28 – Summary from the Wisdom of […]
Hope – Ch#27 (Just one thing)
Give everyone hope – Plus the means to catch the fish To feed themselves with. (Haiku) Chapter 27 – Summary from the Wisdom of Alexander McLean The Post has been […]
Rigor – Ch#26 (Just one thing)
Don’t ever be late, Avoid all hippy, dippy dicks; Discipline is king. Be polite to waiters and – Make the most of lucky breaks (Tanka) Photo by Malidate Van from Pexels Chapter 26 […]
Nuance – (Weekend Writing Prompt #167)
The mentor muted “Capturing the nuance of pitch, tone, pace, and volume in your speaking voice is important when delivering your talk. Using a high, angry, rapid-fire, shout will convey […]
On Leadership – Ch#25 (Just one thing)
Do the right thing, when no one is looking, … and if in doubt, do it over a brew, Step right in, if you see trouble cooking, … and if […]
Lights, Camera, Action Ch#24: (Just one thing)
Commit not to just one thing, go with the flow, You do not want to be staid in your thinking, Tack with the change of winds and sway with the […]
Draw Strength – Ch#23 (Just one thing)
Best beat back the bitter devil, Gremlins and demons of such kind, Let not they take over your mind, As frankly, they will dishevel. Chose a path we’ll own and […]
Practice – Ch#22: (Just one thing)
Nurture your talent, Analyze every detail – Minutiae even, Then, practice, practice, practice, And practice – just a bit more. (Tanka) Photo by Oliver Sjöström from Pexels Chapter 22 – Summary from the […]
Pure Joy! Ch#21 – (Just one thing)
Nowadays, you can’t own anyone, If there was ever such a time? Possessiveness is not good … Don’t ‘expect’ faithfulness. True love offers choice; Options for sex, Without guilt, But […]
Start … Ch#20 – (Just one thing)
None of us is unique, Get up early; get going, On your big bold goals. Take immediate action, And be the first to do it. (Tanka) Photo from Pexels with […]
No Regrets Ch#19: (Just one thing)
Hear not voices that say we can’t Overcome disability, Recover from adversity … Let not such wild seeds to implant; Instead; gather thoughts that enchant. Listen to that wee, little […]
Share Ch#18: (Just one thing)
Take life in your hands, Don’t waste a single moment – Share with those you love. (Haiku) PS – spookily … chapter 18 lands on the 18th July 2020, which […]
Crack On – Ch#17: (Just one thing)
The landmine cost him three of his limbs, Using squaddie banter he winks, Hurrah, the crown jewels survived! Don’t look back in anger, Replace bitterness, With keen hope for, The […]
Positivity Ch#16: (Just one thing)
Getting stotious is good for the soul at times, Likewise, a tiddely wallow, does no harm, For goodness sake, be quick to snap out of it, Because, being positive has […]
Wonder! Ch#15: (Just one thing)
We loved the wonders Of nature, when we were young. Revive that magic, As we seek ways to conserve Our beautiful Blue Planet. (Tanka) Photo by Caleb Oquendo from Pexels Chapter 15 – […]
LIVE Life Ch#14: (Just one thing)
Life is amazing, Wrap it with nowt but passion – Plus hard work, of course! (Haiku) Photo by Artem Beliaikin from Pexels Chapter 14 – Summary from the Wisdom of Sandi Toksvig The […]
Finger Pointing – (Weekly Haiku Prompt#314)
Don’t point your finger, When the planet turns brown as – Three, point back at you! (Haiku) Photo by Rodolpho Zanardo from Pexels Inspired by Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge 314 […]
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