SIDLAK SHADORMA RETOURNE Weekly Tanka Prompt Challenge # 83 by Elsie Hagley
Spring and Joy
Moonstruck
moon meditations transforming souls that attempt purification release of toxicity moonstruck repercussions for the surrounding world February Writing Prompts
Dens of Vice
I look for allies confronted by aliens wheels of fortune creak the dice rolls, to reveal players change, but not the game Colleen's Poetry Challenge #70
Ice Lollies
My hometown has changed. I walk into the dessert joint opposite my school, and ask for ice lollies. A young face which gives a déjà vu feeling, greets me to offer a wider choice of desserts. I stick to my preference. Enquiries reveal that he is the son of the founder of the business. It … Continue reading Ice Lollies
Kidnapped
The world waited for the blood moon, but it failed to appear on that fateful night. Social media was rife with stories about astronomical changes affecting the earth to the approaching apocalypse. It was deemed to be the wrath of the Heavens on continuing misdeeds by the inhabitants of Planet Earth. A poet circulated these … Continue reading Kidnapped
Misleading Clues
Six kids were reported to be missing from a school excursion. Alex led the police to the forest. He had seen the note on the bench, which appeared to be a clue for Treasure Hunt. He had learnt from his detective mother that criminals often place misleading signs in the path. (275 characters) Twittering … Continue reading Misleading Clues
Three is a Crowd
It was a difficult drive, but the detectives were on their trail to the spot of crime. “Why do you think anybody would want to abduct a poor, penniless beauty?” “Establishing a motive in a crime of passion takes time and effort. We cannot jump to conclusions.” “Sure, we cannot and should not. But what … Continue reading Three is a Crowd
Cravings
I screamed for ice cream in childhood, at the first sight of the ice cream vendor. Indulgent arms picked me up, and fed me with the choicest flavors. They took delight in the act much more than I did in slurping down the delectable stuff. I do not recall when those urges turned into irresistible … Continue reading Cravings
Competition
dressed in shades of blush roses adorned the maiden competition-shy Ronovan Writes
Hallowed Forest
The poachers had set their foot on hallowed space. The Prince liked to take a stroll on this path in the evening, and noticed the logs along with some equipment. He made the right noises to attract attention, and the police was activated. A nation-wide hunt for the poachers was launched and rewards were announced … Continue reading Hallowed Forest
