The Gift of Life

It’s storytime once again over at Carrot Ranch. In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes the greatest gift. Answer it as if it were a question, or show what it could be. Go where the prompt leads you!   The gift of life Was given to me Not once, not

How Did I Get This Old – Flash Fiction

Growing older Growing wiser Kids are grown and gone Bones are aching Back is breaking Arthritis settling in Many memories to enjoy When I can remember them Retired early Now I’m squirrely But writing is my thing Gray hairs are abundant Get new ones every day Always looking forward To the month of May Cataracts

Chiseled Cheekbones – Flash Fiction

This is a flash fiction challenge using 99 words to create a short story.

Spring and Sunshine

Spring uplifts my depression The sun shines and awakens something inside me New life springing up, trees budding, warmth beating down on the earth Dark clouds no longer hang over my head Rejuvenated and feeling like a brand new person Sleep now comes easy Hopelessness has turned into a promising future Gloomy days are now