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Weekly Smile – (TTC #965)

Sorry – it’s no good I simply can’t fit the three word challenge into this week’s weekly smile. I haven’t had a migraine, and nor did I have toothache (although […]

Punctilious – (One-Liner Wednesday)

One who’s never late, Can cast the first stone, at those – Who keep them waiting. (Senryu) Post inspired by Linda’s One-Liner Wednesday prompt – LATE Do click through for the […]

On Learning – (Sijo Challenge)

What we learn in high school is fine, but there’s loads more to discover, Keep asking curious questions to expand and provoke new thoughts, There’s something deeply fulfilling about becoming […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #965)

It’s been a long time since we gave caution a long throw and took off for an impromptu escape. This weekend, Boyfriend spotted that there was a freestyle Jive dance […]

Yay! – (One-Liner Wednesday)

Every so often, something you say on the spur – makes sense to someone. (Senryu) Post inspired by Linda’s One-Liner Wednesday prompt – Do click through for the rules if you, […]

On Patience – (Tanka Tuesday #273)

Tested Facts support you. Temper the need to act, Before you gather evidence. Eschew Folk wisdom that stymies the truth. Such, it is salient, To acquire … Patience. (Butterfly Cinquain) […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #958)

The garden winked this weekend; the weather was too good to ignore it.  We set to the back lawn with shears for a short back and sides.  A few obvious […]

Pure White – (Tanka Tuesday #272)

Associated with perfection, It symbolises; chastity, Honesty, cleanliness, good. Personified by the Unicorn and lamb; All religions Adopt it  Such is White! (Nonet) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge […]

On Learning – Shadorma

Everyday,  Improve what you do, Just a tad. Over time, Continual betterment, Accrues crucial skills. (Shadorma)  

Rant – (One-Liner Wednesday)

Self-doubt is hurtful, Spit out these damaging words – Then flush them away. (Senryu) Post inspired by Linda’s One-Liner Wednesday prompt – Do click through for the rules if you, too, […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #951)

After last week’s lovely time in Bath, we are back to earth this Mayday weekend. This wet and windy Sunday, was spent clearing out the garage once again – this […]

Game Over – (Tanka Tuesday #271)

Be prepared For swift reactions, To your move. Don’t assume That, when you take advantage, They will be asleep. (Shadorma) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge #271. This week, […]

Confucius Says – (One-Liner Wednesday)

Flowing water knows – The paths of least resistance Are the best option. (Senryu) Post inspired by Linda’s One-Liner Wednesday prompt “Confucius Says” – Do click through for the rules if […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #930)

We took Franny out for a long weekend; it had been planned for some time. Saturday saw Bath V Northampton rugby; twas a forgone conclusion we’d lose; so no major […]

On You – Abhanga

None is at the centre Of the whole universe. The world won’t reimburse, For nowt given. (Abhanga)

Fruit Flies – (Weekly Haiku Prompt #405)

The bane of my life; I attack with bare knuckles – What’s it with fruit flies? (Haiku) Haiku inspired by Ronovan’s Weekly Haiku prompt #405 – BARE & FRUIT – Click through […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #930)

I did write a Weekly Smile, when I was in Italy last week! Just found that the Internet system beat me! I didn’t have my lap top – just had […]

Army Dreamers (Song Lyric Sunday)

Ever since Kate Bush first launched on the music scene in 1978 with Wuthering Heights, I loved her theatrics. This is from the same album, not the released video but, […]

On Smiles (Tanka Tuesday #268)

Radiant smiles bring joy, They spread a golden verve, All those it tints deserve In ardor, bask. (Abhanga) Poem prompted by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge #268. This week, the challenge […]

On Challenges – Abhanga

Burn the bridges you’ve crossed Then there’s no going back – Just the next crackerjack Now, to surmount.  (Abhanga)

Pointless – (Weekly Haiku Prompt #404)

Use your eyes – Stop plowing the sand, Tis pointless. (Lune) Haiku inspired by Ronovan’s Weekly Haiku prompt #404 – SAND & EYES – Click through for the rules, if you […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #909)

Not being one to brag but … I am quite pleased with my smile this week. This is Skadi who has a pre-density to scratch the the dining room wall […]

Phoenix – (Weekly Haiku Prompt #401)

If in deep water, When intents go up in smoke – Seek the phoenix. (Serynu) Haiku inspired by Ronovan’s Weekly Haiku prompt #401 – SMOKE & WATER – Click through for […]

Chilly – (One-Liner Wednesday)

A sunny response, To a frosty reception – Can melt and meld minds. (Senryu) Post inspired by Linda’s One-Liner Wednesday prompt “Chilly” – Do click through for the rules if you, […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #902)

Loving the new robust looking greenhouse. It took, pretty much, three days to erect. That is forever; compared to the three hours that was spent on the flimsy one; (that […]

Perfect Panacea (Tanka Tuesday #264)

A great many people, Dwell on little, Yet enjoy fruitful lives. Money is no perfect panacea To life’s problems. Happiness can’t be bought – It’s not for sale. (twisted abhang) […]