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Wind – Engaging Humour

I confess … I have an infatuation with wind!  Or should I be saying an inflatuation?  Every time I mention how windy the weather is Boyfriend will make a surreptitious […]
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The Wedding Speech

The spouse’s speech is an important part of a wedding ceremony. It’s your opportunity to express your love and appreciation for your new partner, thank your guests, and share some […]

Dark & Mind – (Weekly Haiku Prompt )

When the sky goes dark, During the fall of the year – It affects the mind! (Senryu) Photo by Adnan Uddin Haiku inspired by Ronovan’s Weekly Haiku prompt # – Mind […]

The Magpie

Long-tailed, sleek, its plumage gleams; iridescently With green, blue and purple streaks – that catch the sunlight And turns this black and white crow, into an image Which captures its […]

Equal – Ovi Challenge #5

Resist the storms, fierce and great, In balance, we hold the weight. Obstacles, we navigate – And persist through life’s disputes. -o0o- Distractions flee as we fight, Striving for what’s […]

Race – Ovi Challenge #4

When thoughts in the head run riot, Noise between ears is a piet, Desperate for some peace and quiet –  Just focus on breathing right now! (Ovi) Photo by Sora […]

Weekly Smile – (TTC #M384)

Sadly, it been a long while since I made my last confession/TTC/Weekly Smile! … The thing is – life is starting to get back to normal. I’d love to say […]

Independence – Ovi Challenge #3

Find wisdom from a distant guise, Step back, observe with open eyes. Let a distant perspective rise – When in strife and melancholy, -o0o- An outsider’s lens helps embrace, A […]

Heart – Ovi Challenge #2

In shadows, courage finds its stand, Defying fear with firm command, Through trials faced, it shines grand – Unyielding spirit, fearless might. -o0o- When doubts assail, it rises strong, A […]

Mighty Oak

Nobel, steadfast oak, Rooted in ancient wisdom, Bields weaker wildlife – This Celtic guardian stands, To favour ferine balance. (Tanka) Inspired by Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Challenge. Click through for the […]

Wildlife Challenge day 30

Grapevines trade gossip, Tales entwined with luscious fruit – Beware truths whispered! (Senryu) (Grapevine at Laycock ) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. Today is the last day – hope you […]

Wildlife Challenge day 29

With gilded, wine tongue – The vibrant lilies trumpet, “Viva La Vida”! (Haiku) (Glorious lilies in front garden) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join […]

Wildlife Challenge day 28

When lavender swayed, Bees would hum melodic’ly, Busy with jasmine; Harmony, now, disrupted –  The silence be-stills the heart. (Tanka) (I could spot just one bee, in the back garden […]

Wildlife Challenge day 27

Ménage à trois plots; Yellow stockinged fool’s shut down – Intrigue weaves riddles Til revelry web unfolds:- Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night; alfresco! (Tanka) (Abbotsbury Gardens, Weymouth) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. […]

Wildlife Challenge day 26

Re-energising, Lunchtime walk near bubbling brook – Resets state of mind! (Haiku) (Sutton Poyntz, Weymouth) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. […]

Wildlife Challenge day 25

Nobel oak stands proud, Lush green leaves, a canopy – From sun’s searing heat (Haiku) (Mere, Wiltshire) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, […]

Wildlife Challenge day 24

Coots nest by the lake, Picture-perfect view beyond – Placid grace embraced. (Haiku) (Stourhead – National Trust) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, […]

Wildlife Challenge day 23

In the midday sun, Dragonflies dart and they dance, Crazily manic, Whilst waterlilies, still, lie – In complete serenity. (Tanka) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like […]

Wildlife Challenge day 22

Nest in keystone cross, Swallow chicks await tidbits – Starving mouths open! (Haiku) (National Trust Great Chalfield Manor & Gardens) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like […]

Wildlife Challenge day 21

A few days away, Camping with dandelions – Blesses well-being (Haiku) (Thoulstone Farm, Trowbridge) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. Click […]

Wildlife Challenge day 20

The tapestry lawn, Camomile and Creeping Thyme – Starting to take off … (Haiku) (Front lawn!) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this […]

Wildlife Challenge day 19

A sweet heart hidden, Within bracts of a thistle – Becomes tonight’s tea! (Haiku) (Globe artichoke in back garden!) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to […]

Wildlife Challenge day 18

Glistening petals, Rain-kissed poppy stands forlorn – Nature’s tearful grace. (Haiku) (Front garden!) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. Click through […]

Wildlife Challenge day 17

Orbs of sweet azure, The first blueberries ripen – Summer’s perfect gift. (Haiku) (Back garden!) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. […]

Wildlife Challenge day 16

Hidden on green leaf, Pre nature’s metamorphose – Caterpillar sups. (Haiku) (Look carefully in front garden!) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this […]

Wildlife Challenge day 15

Nature’s guardian, Green Man sneezes more than once – Blames high pollen count! 😂 (Haiku) (Back garden) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, […]

Wildlife Challenge day 14

Fiery bottle brush – Scarlet bristles splashing paint, Over drab canvas. (Haiku) (Back garden) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. Click […]

Wildlife Challenge day 13

When sun’s kiss is fierce, Soak the trumpet pitcher well – Pity the poor flies. (Haiku) (Pot in back garden) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like […]

Wildlife Challenge day 12

Logs stacked randomly, Creepy crawlies skulk beneath – Garden’s secret life! (Haiku) (Front Garden) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. Click […]

Wildlife Challenge day 11

The rooster that crows, At crack of dawn ev’ry morn – Should sleep in longer! (Haiku) (Puddledock Lane, Preston) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to […]

Wildlife Challenge day 10

What great fun, The Scarecrow Contest – Has begun! (Lune) (Sutton Poyntz, Weymouth) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this June. Click through […]

Wildlife Challenge day 9

Honeysuckle growth, Swaying wildly in the wind – Needs a harsh haircut! (Haiku) (Back garden, Weymouth) Inspired by the Wildlife Challenge. if you too would like to join in, this […]

The Root – (Tanka Tuesday #283)

Quietly sit and visualise, Feel the wind, hear the birds, touch the land, Recharge; walk bare foot on grass, The foundation of life. Ruddy roots revered, Keep us grounded, To […]

Vault – (Six Sentence Story)

Maybe it’s fluke, luck or karma, Kismet, chance, destiny or fate? Perhaps an occult or mystic state, That knocks off kilter our dharma. Excusing every ‘life drama’ As it’s been […]

Bored? – (Shi-Rensa Haiku)

When time doth drag on, Dust off the boredom dandruff – Seek a diversion. -o0o- Seek a diversion, Count back from ninety in threes? Rise to the challenge. -o0o- Rise […]

Clip – (Six-Sentence Story #133)

The old clothes we had donned to clear out the loft were now stiff with blood, sweat and tears; any more grime would have had them running off by themselves, […]