Rewrite some of these commonly used idioms to make them more interesting, or maybe start a story: “Pardon my French,” “My mind is in a fog,” “There is more than one way to skin a cat,” “You are on thin ice.” “Pardon my French, but you’re on thin fucking ice.” “That’s not even French.” “It’s … Continue reading Prompt 227-Idioms
Month: March 2019
Prompt 226-Bullied
Were you ever bullied as a child? Tell a story of a time you were bullied, or a time you observed someone being bullied. Liam is smart, handsome, and polite with the teachers. He smiles and the girls swoon. He’s athletic and supportive of his teammates in all the sports he plays during the year. … Continue reading Prompt 226-Bullied
Prompt 225-Good Deeds
Do you do good things when no one is watching? Listen. I am the type of person who, in role playing games like Fallout, given a choice to be good or evil, regardless of whether or not it effects the end of the game, will always go the honorable route. I don’t want the NPCs … Continue reading Prompt 225-Good Deeds
Prompt 224-Discipline
If you had a child who had done something very wrong, such as stealing, how would you punish them? There are three phone calls a parent dreads. “Your child has been arrested.” “Your child has been taken to the hospital.” “Your child has died.” Ryan counted his blessings that of the three possible worst phone … Continue reading Prompt 224-Discipline
Back In Business
Aaand we're back! How was your week? Did you get any writing done? Go on any fun adventures? Get enough sleep? Since my post on Wednesday, I have written 0 words until these words here. It's all good though. I got to spend a few super fun days with my little sister. We nerded it … Continue reading Back In Business
Prompt 223-Euthanasia
What are your thoughts about euthanasia? She is too young. They always are, but this one stays with me for some reason. Perhaps it is because she and I are so close in age. I see what life still burns behind her chestnut eyes and I know that I should feel the same fire in … Continue reading Prompt 223-Euthanasia
Prompt 222-Cheated
Have you ever been cheated on? The doorbell rang in three quick successions. Only one person abused Shay’s bell like that, her airy voice calling after the ringing. “Hello! Shay! It’s Lise!” She moved something heavy on porch and made a triumphant “aha” as she revealed the spare key’s hiding place. Shay sighed. Her sister … Continue reading Prompt 222-Cheated
