Monthly Archives: January 2020

Carved stone

In the churchyard at Bakewell stand a pair of stone cross shafts that, between them, set us off on an unexpected journey of discovery. Indeed, one of them has taken a starring role in our latest books, but that is … Continue reading

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Standing Alone ~ Ken Gierke #writephoto

In Its Own Light All color is drained from an offering that holds nothing more than the bones of a life spent pursuing a dream with no hope of realization. Continue reading at rivrvlogr

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Imaginings #midnighthaiku

Half-seen in half-light Imagination creates Shadows in darkness *

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Afghanistan Adventures ~ Mary Smith

Reblogged from Mary Smith’s Place: Friday is the Islamic equivalent of Sunday and therefore a holiday from work.  Outings were occasionally organised and I agreed enthusiastically to a suggested fishing trip. Gul Agha, for once leaving his Kalashnikov behind, and his … Continue reading

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Essence ~ Jen Goldie #writephoto

~ESSENCE~ We walked the flower-filled meadow. Fearing nothing. The day was calming. The Sun was brightly shining. When we finally found the monuments, each of us stood silently listening for remnants of the magical songs they’d sung. A soulful soul … Continue reading

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Guest Author: Marcia Meara ~ The Light ~ Wake-Robin Ridge (Book Four)

Thank you so much for letting me visit with you and your followers today, Sue. I’m pretty excited about the release of my latest novel, The Light: Wake-Robin Ridge Book 4, and hope your readers will be curious to learn … Continue reading

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Pain and Renewal: A Poetry Anthology ~ Ken Gierke

Reblogged from rivrvlogr: My poem, “Unwound,” appears in Pain & Renewal, A Poetry Anthology, from Vita Brevis Press. It’s available in digital and print editions, and the details can be found at Vita Brevis. Continue reading at rivrvlogr

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Presence ~ The Indishe #writephoto

The land undulated into endless miles merging with the distant horizon. The dried wisps of grass cavorted with tiny flowers that danced on their fragile ,thin stalks in the gentle breeze. And not a soul was in sight. The only … Continue reading

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The Lore Of Old Stone ~ Geoff Le Pard #writephoto

There is a theory that there are an infinite number of parallel worlds of which we are one. There are many such theories: our universe is constantly expanding; marmite is delicious; intelligent propelling pencils inhabit one of the other worlds; … Continue reading

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Dancers

Strange forms on the edge of reality Weaving patterns of past mystery Tantalising threads repeating Spiral across the ages Unveil the tapestry Unravelling time Ancient portals Opening Open Hearts Now At peace Silent stone Voiceless wisdom Whispers to the wind … Continue reading

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