The first time I saw her I feared the sea too much. She sailed the night, the moon hung for a lamp on her mast. I wait and watch the waves. Next time I will brave salt's sting. This post was made in response to the Trifecta Writing Challenge prompt: We are asking for a 33-word … Continue reading Shorebound
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Resolution
This week the editors over at the Trifecta Writing Challenge gave us this timely assignment: Michael Hess inspired us with his three word New Year's resolution - just be nice. We're asking for your own resolutions in just three words. Make it count; we'll be checking back in come 2015. My resolution for 2014: Write … Continue reading Resolution
Prayer
Let your knees melt and buckle. Let sorrow melt your heart. It is necessary to prepare the ground. Plant your memory as a seed and let it flourish in the light of love. I am not a religious person, but I believe in the power of opening your heart to others when they need it. … Continue reading Prayer
By Pond’s Edge
You have always been content to let the minnows dazzle you with their bright glinting. How myopic. Where you see fish, I see stars drifting across the deep inverted basin of the sky. This post was made in response to the Trifecta Writing Challenge weekend Trifextra prompt: This weekend we're asking you to add thirty … Continue reading By Pond’s Edge
Tryst
A pale face leers, lighting your way from our door to hers. I watch and wish for clouds. Friend of lovers, friend of those who wander, the moon is no friend of mine. This post was made in response to the Trifecta Writing Challenge weekend Trifextra prompt: We want you to choose a word and … Continue reading Tryst
Christine Hanolsy 