Monthly Archives: February 2018

Messing about on boats – Pakistan style – Mary Smith

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Mary Smith: Messing about on boats has never been my thing and when I went to work in a leprosy hospital in Pakistan sailing was not something in which I expected to participate. Karachi-ites, however, are proud of … Continue reading →

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#writephoto – A Father to His Children – Michael

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Sue Vincent

He told his kids that upon his death he was to be cremated not buried. He had reasons for that decision. He took his children to the cemetery and past all the new graves; all cared for and decorated with … Continue reading →

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Daydreamer…

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Crack. The ruler slapped down on the desk, narrowly missing my knuckles and dissolving the magic. “Daydreaming again? You will pay attention in my class, young lady!” The French mistress, determinedly optimistic to the last, turned her back and returned … Continue reading →

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Lark #midnighthaiku

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Sue Vincent

For Frank J. Tassone’s Haikai Challenge

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Old Gods, Old Journeys #writephoto – Jan Malique

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

They file past, hearts and minds filled with a multitude of wishes, sorrows, and joys. This pilgrimage has remained constant since the time of their ancestors and beyond. The land and its guardians have watched over this sacred site long … Continue reading →

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Deep Waters… a tale from Tallis Steelyard

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Tallis Steelyard: As you know, I shun controversy and do my best to live a quiet life. But I feel that I must take a stand over a painting by my good friend Housewater. I was not merely … Continue reading →

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#writephoto: Swan Lake February -Fandango

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

There were many origin stories for what became known as the “swan shrine.” Some claim the obelisk served as a grave marker or tombstone carved by the ancient, indigenous people who occupied this land tens of thousands of years ago. … Continue reading →

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Winter Trees – James Elkington

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

Reblogged from Walking with a Smacked Pentax: Walking for many miles across the barren moors with a friend, we came across these winter trees. A good place to stop for a rest amongst the fallen stones, and have a breather. I remember 45 years … Continue reading →

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#writephoto flash fiction: Memorial – Jane Dougherty

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

They dug a grave, long and deep and shored it up with smooth flat stones. They laid a pavement carved with eternal signs, where feet could tread in the cool dark silence of her tomb. They placed her beneath the … Continue reading →

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Saving for a rainy day…

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Sue Vincent

The fish need feeding… their food cannisters need refilling too. The bird feeder needs completely restocking…and it is freezing outside. Not only is it cold enough to make a snowman shiver, it is raining… the kind of rain that falls … Continue reading →

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