Have you ever been in a one-sided relationship where you did all the giving and got nothing in return? “Hey man, everything alright?” Tyler asked. “It’s not like you to call me out of the blue like that.” Dan stood in the doorway of his old roommate’s apartment with his head hung low. “I’m sorry. … Continue reading Prompt 330-One Sided Relationship
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Prompt 329-Spread Thin
In what way do you spread yourself too thin? I’ve gotten a lot better about spreading myself too thin these last few years. I suppose the biggest way I could treat myself better now would be to get more sleep. I spread myself thin by not giving myself enough time to work on my writing, … Continue reading Prompt 329-Spread Thin
Prompt 328-Murder Mystery
You’re in charge of a murder mystery dinner theatre for one night. Describe the scenario you’ve set for your guests to solve. The Setting Wealthy investor Bernard Kline hosts an annual private gala on his luxury yacht for his household staff, to thank them for their continued service as well as to provide them the … Continue reading Prompt 328-Murder Mystery
Prompt 327-Lucky
Do you believe in luck and if so, describe a time you were lucky? Mutters from the new recruits on The Eternity about the ninja captive recovering in the Captain’s cabin were quickly stifled by the veterans of the battle against the bandits. They made it very clear that none of them would be alive … Continue reading Prompt 327-Lucky
Prompt 326-Kindness
What is the best way to show kindness and hospitality to strangers? I don’t know about any “best” way. I think kindness should just be the norm and that whatever you are comfortable doing is the best thing to do. Showing kindness to people should never be a bad thing. I witnessed and experienced several … Continue reading Prompt 326-Kindness
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Hey howdy hey, folks! Happy Saturday! How's your weekend going? Are you safe from the hurricane? Do you have nice weather? It is beginning to feel like fall here. The sun was out and it was nice, but the breeze felt cool all day. I spent the better part of my afternoon writing in the … Continue reading Title Goes Here
Prompt 325-House Swap
Would you ever house swap with someone and if so where and how long would you stay? House swaps are such an interesting concept to me. Maybe because I haven’t been a homeowner for a full year yet. Next month will mark our first full year since closing and then November will be a year … Continue reading Prompt 325-House Swap
Prompt 324-Food Desires
What is the one thing you don’t eat that you really wish you could and why? Erin frowned at the café’s food menu. It was nothing but pastries and baked goods. “Don’t see anything you like?” her date asked. She forced a smile. “I’m just not a big breakfast eater,” she lied. “A cappuccino will … Continue reading Prompt 324-Food Desires
Prompt 323-Dream Chaser
Do you think there ever comes a time to stop chasing your dream, why? CW: This short story is purely a work of fiction, inspired in large part by the dangerous and deadly hurricane that just devastated the Bahamas. Vera glares at me through puffy eyes from across the plot. The cemetery is deafeningly silent … Continue reading Prompt 323-Dream Chaser
Prompt 322-Opportunity
If given an opportunity is there anything you wouldn’t do? My eyes struggled to open under the bright fluorescents. My head ached from the blow that had knocked me out to bring me here. Where was here? The room seemed to be nothing but light; no windows, no door. Just four walls, a table and … Continue reading Prompt 322-Opportunity
Closet Full of Notebooks 