Here is the prompt: Here is my flash fiction piece: Granny I love sitting on this porch in the early morning. Feeling the cool air before the heat sets in; hearing the coo of the mourning dove whose nest is in the barn across the yard from me. The chirping of crickets is gone now,…
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Three Strangers on a Plane, Sharing
On my last plane flight from LA to Dallas in June to join husband Ray who was already in Texas, I sat in the window seat of my Southwest flight with two young men in the seats next to me. We were all masked per federal rules, and, unlike most trips when I say only…
Looking Up
I saw a red-tailed hawk Soaring in the Ojai sky And then I saw a second Joining in To glide together In peaceful harmony The red on their fanned tails Translucent in the sun In vivid contrast To the azure sky Offering a moment Of perfect solace On a warm summer day
Family Photos of Sam and Caty’s Wedding Celebration
Last night and today, Ray and I have been in Austin for our nephew’s wedding celebration. Here are a few photos of my family and close friends, which unfortunately doesn’t include everybody. But here are at least a few photos to commemorate this happy occasion. It was really wonderful to celebration this lovely marriage with…
Prompt: What I Wish I Could Forget
I wish I could forget that I have felt powerless before and didn’t know how to fight Except, if I did, then I might not be as sensitive to those who have been similarly challenged. I wish I could forget that I have sometimes been insensitive and unkind Except, if I did, then I might…
Prompt: If I Were in Charge of the World
If I were in charge of the world… All people would be encouraged to spend one hour outside each day strolling in a park, in the woods, by a lake, a mountain stream or the ocean All people would be encouraged to smile a lot, laugh more, and break into spontaneous song and dance All…
A Ramble on The Pros of Writing When Tired
Tonight it’s a challenge to write anything. I’ve been working with students since 2:30 this afternoon and it’s 9 pm now. I also woke up early this morning – at 5:15 am – to finish a letter for Story Circle Network, the all-women writing non-profit for which I am currently serving as president. So, please…
A Writing Prompt: Blue
I’m tired tonight and couldn’t think of a thing to write. So, I just took the word “blue” and listed everything I could think of. From there, I composed a little story. Nothing spectacular here, but at least I did my writing for today. Given how tired I am, I going to give myself a…
Helping Students with Medical Personal Statements
I am spending a lot of time right now with students who are applying to medical school and dental school. They have personal statements and lists of their activities that need tending to and right now I’m doing a lot of tending. The deadline is pressing so we’re all working very hard. The good news…
Mother’s Day and Sarah’s Birthday Celebration
We had a lovely and low-key celebration today of Mother’s Day and Sarah’s birthday. Sarah’s actual birthday is May 15th, but we’ll be celebrating the marriage of our nephew little Sam Leatherwood on that day, so we had a birthday party today instead. We had Thai food, whipped cream and fruit, presents and hang-out time….
20 Minutes a Day 