We've received a complaint, but in the wrong boxWe don't deal with the forbidden, or unlucky charmsYou ask about a parcel yet to be deliveredMaybe happiness spilt out with a jolt We don't deal with the forbidden, or unlucky charmsthere are scavengers hunting for what's in thereMaybe happiness spilt out with a joltand the parcel … Continue reading In the wrong box
unfastened seatbeltswillpower ready to leapdense desire crossesself-imposed boundary linesanswers calls from unknown space imaginationpropels unplanned adventuresit's just a journeyexplore compact cells withinto unlock dreams crouched in fear Tanka Tuesday Weekly Prompt #326
Worthy — by Susi Bocks
Inspired by Reena’s Xploration Challenge #286 & Moonwashed Weekly Prompt – Deserving
sunshine interrupts rain
and the world gets brighter
accidents threaten well-being
teaching us valuable lessons
friendships go off track
allowing us to find the right ones
the cycles of nature
bring us beauty and havoc
lovers once committed
shed us for new horizons
life is a basket of variables
deserving of discernment
next steps are crucial
our existence depends on it
otherwise, what is the alternative?
Understanding Dark Thoughts …. by Indira
Pent up emotions
Mother of dark thoughts
Dark thoughts fear
Nothing more than
A courageous person
You run away
They chase
You face them
They back off
when shadows come first, what do they saythey inspire solid structures which won't swayI need to know where the shadows come fromWhat is their past? What games do they play? they inspire solid structures which won't swayI want to touch that invisible latent forceWhat is their past? What games do they play?Where does the sun … Continue reading Shadow Play
Welcome back! I was travelling in the last week, hence may have missed out on some contributions. In case I have failed to comment on or share your piece, please bring it to my notice. I loved the responses which I read. The following thought comes to mind, and I’m sharing it here in form … Continue reading Reena’s Xploration Challenge #286
“Geometric magnificence with tiny imperfections gives so much character to the building. I’d like to come back to this place.” “This is the seventh time you are visiting, and you haven’t found the person you are looking for.” “This is what gives me so much character ….”, She smiles wryly. “Hey, come out of the … Continue reading Story-driven
When the world goes dryI’ll have a few tearsbottled in regretand helplessnessto float my boatfind new destinations When the world looks upside downI’ll know I’m the chosen onethe one deserving to beon the Maker’s sidelaughing at his own mistakeslaunching new ones When regret overtakes intentI’ll have a thought to fall back onIf the Maker can … Continue reading When regret overtakes
The live-in relationship of Jane and Austin had some strings attached. Both were free to use each other’s financial assets and resources on the condition that every dime was returned if they decide to separate. Months later, Austin is arrested on charges of credit card fraud, and she is only one of his victims. “Everything … Continue reading Unsecured loans
Meditate …by Melissa Lemay
Put the
baby in the
overhead compartment.
Zipper your face. Slap that person
hard. Key
the car.
Throw the cat in the garbage can.
See faces on the shelves.
It’s okay in
your head.
I wrote this for Reena’s Xploration Challenge, using the video that she provided for inspiration. It is a mirror cinquain, but I didn’t do the syllable stresses. Can’t be bothered right now.
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