Motivational Monday: A Rocky Road

Riding along the water’s surface The smooth, multi-colored stone carries us with it Our thoughts, emotions, wishes, and grievances We count its skips and the distance it travels Yet we watch without letting go   We traverse a rocky road Covered with pebbles of all colors, shapes, and sizes Our worn souls tread on DespiteContinue reading “Motivational Monday: A Rocky Road”

Writing Prompt Wednesday: A Lovely Duo

Write a story that features two characters. They could be living/dead, human/not, or biographical/fictional. There is no restriction on style or length. Just write! Remember to use #WritingPromptWednesday on social media to connect with others.

Motivational Monday: Grave Markers

More than names and dates Our ancestral lineage lives on Through stories, memories, And mementos treasured through generations   Plots of land mark those who’ve passed on People loved, despised, or a blend of the two They made an impact, yet Has the effect withstood the test of time   Debate remains over religious andContinue reading “Motivational Monday: Grave Markers”

Writing Prompt Wednesday: On Your Own

What does the image above inspire you to create? Write a short story, poem, song, essay, or piece of fan fiction. Let your imagination take hold without second-guessing where the words will take you. I’d love to read the finished works, so please comment below and share the link to your blog or website.  If youContinue reading “Writing Prompt Wednesday: On Your Own”

Motivational Monday: Strings Attached

Tied for security You bob in the wind Never allowed to fly free Your beauty catches the eye For the gain of others   You escape to the sky The path uncertain but welcome Carried in the breeze across treetops and buildings You soar with ease and freedom   Passing friends along the way YouContinue reading “Motivational Monday: Strings Attached”

Writing Prompt Wednesday: Wordy Trio

Use the words above as inspiration for a piece of writing. It can be non-fiction or fictional, a play, a scene on a TV show, poem, or essay.  There are no correct answers or guidelines you must follow. Let the story flow…don’t second guess where it takes you.  Just write!!!! I’d love to read the finishedContinue reading “Writing Prompt Wednesday: Wordy Trio”

Motivational Monday: In the Moment

Beauty surrounds me In the most mundane of moments Calling my name and pleading for attention Do I acknowledge it?   Love dances through the air Waltzing through clouds And touching my cheek in a gentle kiss Can I embrace it?   Music exists even in stillness With the rustle of leaves And melodic callsContinue reading “Motivational Monday: In the Moment”

Writing Prompt Wednesday: Curtain Calls

Use the image below as inspiration for a story (fictional or non-fiction), and include all five senses (or more) when drafting your piece. Imagine that a set of red velour curtains are blocking your view. As they part, what do you see? Are you sitting in a theatre, clapping excitedly as the cast takes their final bows? Are you part ofContinue reading “Writing Prompt Wednesday: Curtain Calls”

Motivational Monday: Artist’s Tools

Via pencil or charcoal, draw your path Does it wind like a river Or split in differing directions Is the road a straight line to your goal Add vivid colors with your paintbrush or sponge Bringing life to trees, fields, and creatures Build the world around you In rustic shades of brown, red, and orangeContinue reading “Motivational Monday: Artist’s Tools”